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A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
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THE JOYS OF SUMMER: FIVE NETFLIX SUMMER CLASSICS
Lauren Leonard writes about the upcoming Queen Street Tunnel Project, safety concerns at South and American, and other neighborhood events and initiatives. Piers Marchant writes about a wonderful selection of films available for streaming on Netflix this summer.
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DUNCAN'S DESTINATIONS
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EXPLORING OUR CITY: TRIPLE PHILLY TREAT
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In a new series about finding beauty in unlikely places, Duncan Spencer writes about sights seen from the Ben Franklin Bridge pedestrian walkway.
Jim Murphy examines three of Philadelphia’s most celebrated buildings – and neighbors on North Broad Street.
KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS Jacqueline Penrod writes about former Queen Village residents Scott and Jules Donnini, owners and operators of Auburn Road Vineyard and Winery.
A VISIT TO CHANTICLEER GARDEN
A WEEKEND IN BRANDYWINE
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DELIGHTFUL DAYTRIPS
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SCULPTURE GARDENS
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FARMS, GARDENS AND VINEYARDS...PRACTICALLY IN OUR BACKYARD
Katie Lockwood takes a short drive from the city to visit a farm and winery with a bed and breakfast in the Brandywine Valley.
The QVNA Magazine Editors offer a selection of local destinations worthy of exploring for daytrips or weekends away.
Juliene Featherman writes about two sculpture gardens where you can exercise your body and mind through esthetic experiences.
Kevin Parker provides recommendations for daytrips centered around local food, local wine, and occasional physical activity.
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A welcoming & diverse Jewish community. A Reconstructionist Rabbi. A Conservative liturgy. SHS embraces a unique approach to worship & spirituality through prayer, music & song. Come and see what the excitement is about. Society Hill Synagogue 418 Spruce Street (215) 922-6590
Lauren Leonard describes a daytrip to local “pleasure garden” Chanticleer, a destination for meandering, relaxing, and learning.
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a letter from
the president This issue of the QVNA Magazine was published on the heels of a second-place win at the 2016 Neighborhoods USA Newsletter Competition. The competition acknowledges excellence in neighborhood newsletters based on branding, aesthetics & design, technical layout, content/information, and outreach & involvement. I’m proud to be part of this publication and thank our Editorial Board, contributors, designer, printer, and volunteers for their insight, creativity, and hard work. In late May meetings were convened between QVNA’s Public Safety Committee, Councilman Squilla’s office, Lt. Goodson and officers from the mini-station, the South Street Headhouse District and residents to address safety concerns where the commercial and residential corridors intersect at South and
American Streets. The meeting allowed for the respectful exchange of ideas and resulted in immediate improvements. At our end-of-year social in June volunteers and committee members were honored for their contributions to the organization and the neighborhood. Cindy Farlino, who retired as principal of Meredith Elementary, was also honored. We wish her well and look forward to working with the school’s new leadership. Speaking of schools, our Schools & Youth Committee, in partnership with the Courtyard Apartments, organized the second annual Summer at Courtyard enrichment program for neighborhood youth. Programming runs through August and includes instruction in science, art, and golf along with routine physical activity and field trips.
Neighbors will want to visit the Queen Street Tunnel this summer as wheatpaste artwork imagining the environment of the future is installed, compliments of QVNA and the Fleisher Art Memorial. In August, the Board will meet to revisit our organizational mission and begin a Master Plan for the neighborhood that will take us into the next year and set a course for the future. I wish you a happy, healthy summer and look forward to seeing you when regular meetings resume in September. As always, your thoughts and suggestions may be shared with me at president@qvna.org. I’ll see you in the Village,
Lauren Leonard
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Contributors
All opinions are of individual authors and do not necessarily reflect those of Queen Village Neighbors Association.
JULIENE FEATHERMAN
Juliene Featherman is the owner and founder of juju salon & organics. Read more of her tips about eco-chic, sustainable, all natural and all organic beauty, health and wellness at jujusalon.com.
AMY GRANT
Amy Grant is a graphic designer and web developer. She is the chair of QVNA’s Outreach and Communications Committee. She is also the founder of the Southwark Historical Society, a group that studies the history of South Philadelphia.
JIM MURPHY
Jim Murphy is a freelance copywriter who’s lived in the South Street area with his wife Rosemary since 2008. Jim has written over 30 articles about Philadelphia historical sites for community newspapers … and is also a certified tour guide.
KEVIN PARKER
Kevin Parker subscribed to his first CSA almost 15 years ago, and his commitment to local eating has grown ever since - all of which he writes about on Farm to Philly. He teaches 9th grade English and volunteers with the Friends of Weccacoe.
JACQUELINE PENROD
Jacqueline Penrod is an attorney and freelance writer who lives in Queen Village with her husband, two daughters and a gregarious labradoodle named Stacey.
LAUREN LEONARD
Lauren Leonard holds a BA in Theatre from Temple University. She is Editor-in-Chief and a regular contributor to greenlimbs. com and has written locally for the Passyunk Post and the Philadelphia Inquirer. Like Jo March, she aspires to live by her pen (keyboard).
KATIE LOCKWOOD
Katie Lockwood is a pediatrician and blogger, who resides in Queen Village with her husband and two children. All opinions are her own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
PIERS MARCHANT
Piers Marchant is a film critic and writer based in Philly. Find more confounding amusements and diversions at his blog sweetsmellosuccess.tumblr.com, or read his further 142-character rants and ravings at @kafkaesque83.
PETER ROSS
Peter Ross and his wife have lived on Gaskill Street for over six years. He is a realtor with Plumber and Associates and previously served on the QVNA Board and QVK9. He is currently a member of QVNA’s Communications Committee.
DUNCAN SPENCER
Duncan Spencer serves as QVNA’s Vice President and as the Chair of the Friends of Weccacoe. He has lived in Queen Village since 1992 and works in the film industry as a set builder and is a residential and business landlord on Fabric Row.
AMY SHELANSKI
Amy Shelanski is a real estate agent who has resided in Queen Village for over a decade. She previously served on QVNA's Board of Directors and is currently on the Zoning and Communications Committees.
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THE JOYS OF Summer: FIVE NETFLIX SUMMER CLASSICS BY PIERS MARCHANT Summer is nigh upon us, and shockingly enough, the quality of fare at our local multiplexes has taken a sudden and dramatic downturn. Fortunately, in this age of technological marvels, you have some choices for your filmed entertainment. As it happens, our good friends at Netflix currently have a pretty well-stocked larder from which to choose – including (deep breath) Meek’s Cutoff, Force Majeure, Phoenix, We Are the Best!, Two Days One Night, and mini-retrospectives of both P.T. Anderson and Stanley Kubrick! – but for our purposes, we wanted to suggest some of the fine old-school options available to you as of June.
BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID (1969)
One of two Paul Newman showcases on my list – so sue me, he’s one of my all-time favorite actors – George Roy Hill’s wild-eyed western romp about a pair of lovable outlaws fending off the law and having a hell of a good time doing it, features Newman and Robert Redford at their absolute charismatic zenith, and the filmmaking style and tone set the stage for every buddy picture ever since. It also has one of more infamous final shots of the era, a hallmark of the counter-culture filmmaking movement that was coming to fruition in Hollywood.
2001 SPACE ODYSSEY (1968)
From the aforementioned Kubrick collection, honestly, you could take any of his films and put them on the top of your list, as far as I’m concerned, but this fascinating sci-fi masterpiece still holds sway over critics who find it endlessly engaging. We begin with apes, we end with a starchild, and we have a great deal of Hal 9000 in-between, so what’s not to love? It’s stood as a think-piece for nearly 50 years, which speaks to its audaciousness, if nothing else.
THE HUSTLER (1961)
Featuring an acting tour-de-force from a young Paul Newman, who solidified his genuine star status with his role as Fast Eddie Felson, an arrogant young pool player whose insane bravado has
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him challenging the legendary Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason) to an epic winner-take-all match that he loses, causing him to question his place in the world. An anti-hero for all intents and purposes, Newman’s Fast Eddie is filled with all the grandiosity and tragic overconfidence of youth.
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD (1962)
I know there’s an excellent chance you both read the Harper Lee novel and screened the movie back in your freshman year of high school, but this outstanding Robert Mulligan drama featuring an indelible Gregory Peck, still holds up as a fine testament of anti-prejudice in the Old South. As a bonus, you can watch it with your kids, and explain what life was like before Snapchat and inane reality shows dominated our culture. AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER (1957)
Speaking of cinematic templates, Leo McCarey’s swelling romance set the tone for future love-story pictures for generations. We have our mismatched couple (Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr) meeting by chance in New York at a time when both their lives are convoluted with other romantic complications; we have their tacit agreement to meet six months hence on top of the Empire State Building; and we have all the maddening obstacles and pratfalls that get in their way on the fateful date of their reunion. Feel free to swoon.
DUNCAN'S Destinations BY DUNCAN SPENCER
As a kid I came under the influence of the sailor/mountaineer D.W. Tilman, whose books were favorites of my father. Tilman endured long ocean voyages paired with mountaineering excursions to little known, often snowcapped, peaks. As a result, he saw beauty reserved for those who reach beyond conventional comforts. Tillman’s influence led me to the discovery of diamonds in plain sight. Follow me through our own endless urban ocean, to beauty in places where you may not have thought to look.
It's a little-known fact that the highest mountain in Philadelphia and in fact probably all of South Jersey is the mid span of the Ben Franklin Bridge. Originally called the Delaware River Bridge, it was built in 1926 and was the longest single-span suspension bridge in the world. It's almost 10,000 feet long and rises from almost sea level to just under 150 feet high at the level of the pedestrian walkway, making it about the best incline in the area for the health concerned among us. The towers are 382 feet high. The bridge originally included six vehicle lanes and two streetcar tracks on the main deck. None of the streetcar facilities were ever placed in service. The tracks were removed after 1932 and the space was converted to vehicular lanes. The outer pair of rapid transit tracks went into service in 1936 with the opening of the Bridge Line subway connecting Broadway and City Hall in Camden with 8th and Market Streets in Philadelphia.
Today it carries the PATCO Speedline. Camden's Admiral Wilson Boulevard, on the other side of the bridge, was America's first Miracle Mile. The first drive-in movie in the country was put there in the early 1930's by Richard Hollingshead, a Camden autoparts manufacturer. Nearby was the Whoopee-Coaster, a U-shaped hilly wooden structure on which you drove your car for a ''whoopee'' roller-coasterlike ride. Several car dealers planted themselves on the north side of the strip, which had at its center Olga's Diner. On the south side, service stations dotted the roadway -- one of which, a Merit station, claimed to be the largest in the world when it was built in the early 1950's and was serviced by white-gloved attendants. At the end of the road was an "international airport," hence “Airport Circle” before Jersey started removing its traffic circles. Sadly, by the 1960s, Lady Bird Johnson had designated Admiral Wilson Boulevard one of the ugliest highways in America.
The Ben Franklin Bridge, if done right, should be experienced every day. Biking, walking or jogging, it is a place of ever changing scenery. Looking down from the ramp, you can see the beautiful Race Street Pier, which looks like a pastel architect’s rendering stretched out below you. At the top of the ramp there are two stone seating areas, one on the up side where the support pier is in Philly, and one on the down side in Jersey. There are also two observation bump-outs on either side of the midspan. If you are walking you will really feel it, the bridge sways in the wind, you can feel the big trucks, and the PATCO train shakes the whole thing. If you are on bike you have the option of riding down the Jersey side of the bridge, the world is your oyster. You can ride the promenade to the Aquarium, the Battleship New Jersey, or even take your bike on the ferries back to Penn's Landing. Otherwise turn around and glide back down the bridge to where the mortals dwell.
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Exploring Our City: TRIPLE PHILLY TREAT ENJOY 3 MAGNIFICENT BUILDINGS IN 3 DIFFERENT STYLES … ALL WITHIN 300 STEPS OF EACH OTHER BY JIM MURPHY Most of us know our city is chock-full of historic Colonial buildings, such as Independence Hall, Carpenter’s Hall and Christ Church. But few realize Philadelphia is home to three architectural masterpieces – as eclectic and extraordinary as you’ll find anywhere in the world – all bunched together on N. Broad Street. What’s more, these three marvels are all designated as U.S. National Historic Landmarks. The buildings include: • Philadelphia’s City Hall • The Masonic Temple of Philadelphia • The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts A tourist’s dream Begun within just three years of each other, the three structures are completely different in looks and style. Yet by my count, these remarkable neighbors are only 285 steps apart. Here’s a quick rundown on all three. Each is well worth an individual guided tour.
Empire style at a cost of $24.5 million over a 30-year period, City Hall is the largest all-masonry load-bearing building in the world. It has no steel frame. With a floor space of 630,000 square feet, it’s larger than the U.S. Capitol Building and may be the largest municipal building anywhere. Some walls are 22 feet thick. Until 1987, no building in the city could rise higher than City Hall’s 548 feet. Architect: John McArthur Jr.
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Over 700 rooms; 250 sculptures by Alexander Milne Calder, including: William Penn, a 37-foot-high, 27-ton statue thought to be the largest atop a building in the world; and clock faces visible for miles that are 3 feet larger in diameter than London’s Big Ben. (They look smaller, though, because they’re twice as high.)
NOTE: Reservations are available inperson or by phone the day you visit, not before. PHILADELPHIA’S MASONIC TEMPLE 1 N. Broad Street (215) 988-1917 pagrandlodge.org
WHAT TO SEE: A “robust Norman-style” PHILADELPHIA’S CITY HALL Broad and Market Streets (215) 686-2840 phlvisitorcenter.com/attraction/city-hall-visitorcenter
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exterior that becomes “a fantasy of Renaissance-inspired neoclassicism in the corridors and stairs and nineteenthcentury ‘eclectic revivalism’ in the lodge rooms.” So says a coffee-table book published by the Masonic Temple in 2013. Visiting the seven magnificent lodge rooms – all decorated ornately in
different styles – is like taking a mini-trip around the world. You’ll see Egyptian, Greek, Gothic, Corinthian and more.
CLAIM TO FAME: The lavish interior took fifteen years to complete. Architect: John Windrim. Interior designer: George Herzog. THE PENNSYLVANIA ACADEMY OF THE FINE ARTS (PAFA) 118 N. Broad Street (215) 972-7600 pafa.org
WHAT TO SEE: A façade that is a spectacular amalgam of Renaissance, Gothic and Second Empire styles. The exterior is described by John Andrew Gallery in Philadelphia Architecture as “a riot of forms” executed in “rusticated brownstone, dressed sandstone, polished pink granite, red pressed brick and purplish terra-cotta.” The inside is “an explosion of color.”
CLAIM TO FAME: PAFA is the oldest art school and museum in the U.S. Designed mostly by famed Philadelphia architect Frank Furness (pronounced “furnace”), PAFA’s magnificent Historic Landmark Building includes features later used in virtually every modern skyscraper, plus a passive ventilation system and industrial touches not seen in any other museum. Look carefully and you’ll see Furness’ unique industrial touches throughout this “Factory for Art”: pistons, gears, cogs, drive shafts and more. It’s my alltime favorite Philadelphia building.
KNOW YOUR Neighbors BY JACQUELINE PENROD
Former Queen Village residents Scott and Julianne (Jules) Donnini were successful lawyers. Scott, as Chief Corporate Counsel for the Philadelphia Stock Exchange and Jules a litigation attorney who left practice to tend to their children. They loved Queen Village, buying a trinity on 700 block of South American Street and later a larger home across the street. While celebrating with friends in 2001, the conversation turned to how to live a life with meaning. Brass ring in hand, it seemed time to consider other options. But what, Scott asked, were any of them qualified to do. After some discussion, and a few drinks, Scott stood up, held a wine bottle above his head and said “why not this?” Scott bought a wine making kit from Home Sweet Homebrew on 21st Street, and soon had some wine bubbling away. He couldn’t wait until the wine was ready to taste – and finally, the day came. With hope, Scott, Jules and business partner Dave Davis sipped and spat. The wine was awful. But they didn’t give up. Jules started to research and soon became obsessed with the wine making process. The wine got better. They began to look for a farm in South Jersey. In 2003, they found one. They maintained their Queen Village
home until February of 2004, and then moved to Pilesgrove, New Jersey to create Auburn Road Vineyard and Winery. The first vines were planted in May of that same year and the first commercial vintage was ready in 2006. Scott continued his city job. He would wake, tend to the farm, change into business clothes, and work in the city, then finish up the day with more farm work. Jules continued to study the winemaking process while caring for the boys. In 2008, Auburn Road was doing well enough to sustain their family and Scott quit law to fully devote his time to the vineyard. Auburn Road grew in spite of some initial skepticism from neighbors. And now, Scott is the Chair of Visit South Jersey. He was critical in establishing the Vintage Atlantic Wine Region, a designation that includes wines produced by 60 vineyards in the region and offers visitors six different vineyard trails to explore throughout southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Auburn Road also helped establish the “Two Bridges Wine Trail” which is situated between the Delaware Memorial and Commodore Barry Bridges. They’ve come a long way since that first awful
kit wine. Jules remains the master winemaker, and Dave Davis, their business partner, handles the grape growing. Together, they cultivate 23 acres of grapes by hand. They grow several varieties of grapes and produce red, rosé, white and some seasonal fruit wines. In short, something for everyone. Scott and Jules are still Queen Village residents at heart. Scott, is in the neighborhood regularly to deliver Auburn Road wine to Claudio’s in the Italian Market and Pinot Boutique in Old City. During their weekly tours of the winery, he and Jules like to reminisce with their guests about their time spent here, and how wonderful a neighborhood it is. They wonder whether two grape vines they planted in 2003 on South American Street (a merlot and a cabernet) are still thriving. We share a laugh at this thought, that a new neighbor might have such a unique bond to an old one – mostly because that reflects the nature of the neighborhood here in Queen Village. Note: In addition to the tasting room, Auburn Road hosts many events; tasting dinners on Friday nights, live music on Saturdays and woodfire pizza on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. And the best part? Auburn Road is about a 40-minute drive. For more info: www.
auburnroadvineyards.com
Old Pine Street Church Established 1768
Where History, Faith, Message, Music & Fellowship intersect at 412 Pine Street Sunday Worship 10:30am 215-925-8051 www.oldpine.org
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A VISIT TO
Chanticleer Garden BY LAUREN LEONARD
Located just 30 minutes from Philadelphia in beautiful Canterbury Tales. Roosters feature prominently Wayne, PA, Chanticleer Garden is well worth a trip. on the grounds. The 47-acre plot was purchased by Adolph Rosengarten, Sr. and his wife Christine in the early 20th Century as a summer home. Adolph was head of the Rosengarten & Sons, a pharmaceutical manufacturer founded in 1822, which became part of Merck & Co in 1927.
The gardens—35 of the 47 acres—were opened to the public in 1993. Keeping them in fine form are 20 full-time staffers, seven of whom are horticulturalists. The Chanticleer Foundation is managed by a Board of Directors, some of whom are Rosengarten relations.
Designed by Charles L. Borie, the house was completed in 1913. Thomas Sears added terraces and an extension of the home in 1924 which allowed for conversion into a year-round residence. Homes for the Rosengarten children, Adolph Jr. and Emily, were also built on the grounds. Adolph Jr.’s home stood where the Ruin now stands; Emily’s home is now the estate’s offices and instructional classrooms. The entire estate was left to the public upon Adolph Jr.’s death in 1990.
Called a “pleasure garden,” Chanticleer is a place for meandering, relaxing and learning. Each area of the garden—the Tennis Court, Ruin, Gravel Garden, Pond Garden, Teacup Garden, Terraces, Bell’s Woodland, Asian Woods, Serpentine—is designed, planted and maintained by a specific horticulturalist. The gardens work together along a mile-long path, though each is uniquely impactful.
The name Chanticleer refers to the Chanticlere estate in William Thackeray’s The Newcomes and the rooster protagonist, Chauntecleer, from the Nun’s Priest’s Tale in Geoffrey Chaucer’s
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So as not to take away from the visual impact, plants are not individually labeled, but listed at each garden and online. In addition to these lists, visitors are encouraged to speak with staff about any of the 5,000+ plants that catch their eye.
Not just a place of beauty, Chanticleer is committed to sustainability. The garden generates 20% of its electricity from solar panels; cisterns collect 44,000 gallons of water for irrigation; pests and lawns are managed organically and material at the end of its life-cycle is composted or turned into the furniture that dots the landscape; the path to Bell’s Woodlands is paved in shredded tires.
LOCATION: 786 Church Road, Wayne, PA 19087 Chanticleer is accessible by car and SEPTA’s R5 Thorndale/Paoli Line (take a taxi from Wayne Train Station)
PHONE: 610-687-4163 OPEN: 10am-5pm Wed through Sun through Nov 1 and Fri evenings until 8pm through Labor Day
ADMISSION: Adult admission is $10;
children under 12 and garden professionals may visit for free
WEBSITE: www.chanticleergarden.org
Brandywine A WEEKEND IN
BY KATIE LOCKWOOD, MD
During my first pregnancy, we took a trip to San Francisco to celebrate our last days together as a family of two. While this seemed like a good idea while planning it, hauling my pregnant body up and down the hills of San Francisco and battling morning sickness on planes and cable cars was not exactly the vacation of my dreams. So when planning a getaway during my second pregnancy in 2013, I kept this all in mind and decided it best to take a short trip to someplace close to home. Luckily there are lots of options in the Philadelphia area and a coworker recommended our ultimate destination, a farm and winery with a bed and breakfast in the Brandywine Valley. A short drive from the city and we found ourselves at the Inn at Grace Winery, where a friendly innkeeper and her dog, Julep, guided us to our room in the original master bedchamber of an 1815 Georgian manor house. Our room was beautiful, clean, and comfortable with all of the amenities that one needs while away from home. The hot summer temperatures meant that the fireplace was for decorative purposes only, but the pool visible from our window was the perfect way to cool off. We enjoyed swimming in it, sunbathing next to it, and watching the horses gallop in the pasture behind it. We spent our morning before checking in at nearby Longwood Gardens, so shortly after arriving, we rested and ate lunch on a
porch overlooking the beautiful vineyards on the property. Later on, we found a healthy, farm fresh dinner at a nearby restaurant called Harvest, recommended by our innkeeper. The pinnacle though was dining in the Grace Winery barn for breakfast the next morning, a 1750’s bank barn that was renovated from 2008-2010 to include details such as a bar top made from the original steps of Independence Hall. We were able to enjoy a quiet meal overlooking a landscape reminiscent of an Andrew Wyeth painting. And the most difficult decision we made all morning was: Quiche or French toast? The Inn at Grace Winery provided a relaxing atmosphere to escape our hurried city life. We were surrounded by nature, including a family of horses and goats on the property. There are hiking trails, a pond, and vineyards to explore, in addition to many local parks, museums, and gardens that are a short drive away. The best part for us was that there were no interruptions from emails, cell phones, or screaming children, although all are technically allowed at the Inn. Every direction we looked had another stunning view and an opportunity for hiking, croquet, horseshoes, golfing, or swimming. It was hard to leave for home and we are always fantasizing about where we want to stay when we return. And since they do allow children at the Inn at Grace Winery, we may even return with the kids in the future to share this hidden treasure with them.
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DELIGHTFUL
Daytrips
Check out these exciting trips for adults, children or both … all within 1 hour’s drive or ride from Philadelphia. And some much closer. They also make for great summer staycations. Try several and share your photos with @queenvillagephila on Instagram using the hashtag #daytrips. For other daytrip ideas, visit beyondthelibertybell.org, visitphilly.com, or qvna.org. BRYN ATHYN CATHEDRAL Architectural refinements and serene grounds By Amy Shelanski
I grew up in Cheltenham Township and part of my misspent youth was spent at Bryn Athyn Cathedral. Not far from Cheltenham, and before I-95, the route to New Hope was north on Route 232, Huntingdon Pike. New Hope was a favorite place to go when cutting class senior year, and along the way, quite close to home was a suburban anomaly rising ahead of us - a massive stone cathedral. It bore investigation, and still does. Bryn Athyn Cathedral was built between 1913 and 1928 in both Gothic and Romanesque style. It was built by the industrialist John Pitcairn and completed by his son Raymond. A notable feature of the Bryn Athyn Cathedral is the use of architectural refinements - intentional departures from vertical and horizontal straight lines (“bends in elevation,” “curves in plan”) - in order to give a sense of life and movement to the building. This subtle quality represents the unpredictable path of human growth. You don’t have to cut class to enjoy the
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beauty and peacefulness of this magnificent place.
ADDRESS: 900 Cathedral Road, Bryn
battle gave Washington time to move to winter quarters and regroup. The fort was rebuilt after the war, and nine buildings are now open.
Athyn, PA 19009
HOURS: The grounds are open 7 days
a week during daylight hours; the Cathedral is open Mon through Sat from 9:00 am - 4 pm and Sun from 1:00 pm 4:00 pm.
ADMISSION: Free PHONE: 267-502-4600 WEBSITE: brynathynchurch.org
Attractions: The fort holds numerous special events and re-enactments that are great for kids. Plus, airplanes take off right over the fort every few minutes. Fort Mifflin is one of the Travel Channel's “Top 10 Most Haunted Places.” So there’s something for everyone.
LOCATION: 6400 Hog Island Road, Philadelphia, PA 19153
FORT MIFFLIN Its heroes helped save our nation By Jim Murphy General George Washington asked the defenders of this fort to hold “to the last extremity.” And they did, allowing him time to slip away to Valley Forge. The fort is located on Mud Island, right near the main runway of Philadelphia International Airport. Background: In late 1777, Washington’s troops at Fort Mifflin – and hidden manmade obstacles in the river – helped keep 250 British ships bottled up south of it in the Delaware River for six weeks, preventing gunpowder, weapons, food and clothing from reaching the British Army in Philadelphia. Enraged, the British attacked with a fleet of ships and 228 cannon, bombarding Fort Mifflin for 6 days in November 1777. They obliterated the structure. But the extended
PHONE: 215-685-4167 OPEN: 10 am to 4 pm, Weds – Sun, Mar 1 – Dec 15; call at other times
ADMISSION: Adults: $8; Seniors: $6; Children 6-12 and Veterans: $4; Children 5 years and under: Free
WEBSITE: www.fortmifflin.us DIRECTIONS: fortmifflin.us/plan-your-visit Tip: Fort officials say SEPTA’s 68 bus runs every 30 minutes from Broad and Oregon and goes right past the fort. It’s not an official stop, but they say the driver will allow you to get off there if you ask. Ask how you can be picked up on your return trip.
BRANDYWINE RIVER MUSEUM Regional and American Art in a Picturesque Setting By Amy Grant N. C. Wyeth (1882-1945), one of America’s foremost 20th century artists, is perhaps best known for illustrating the “Scribner’s Classics” editions of Treasure Island and
Philadelphia's Shimmering Water Works
Robinson Crusoe. While he also enjoyed a reputation as a muralist and advertising painter, his private works reveal that he mastered a wide variety of styles and techniques. In 1911, Wyeth purchased 18 acres of land near Chadds Ford and built a home and studio on a hill that overlooked the valley. “The most glorious sight in the township” inspired Wyeth to paint still lifes, portraits, and landscapes and nourished creativity within his family for more than a century. Wyeth’s private collection, along with works by his son Andrew (1917-2009), grandson Jamie (b. 1946) and countless other artists, are on display in a renovated 19th century mill that overlooks the bucolic Brandywine River. N.C. Wyeth's home and studio and Andrew Wyeth’s studio, located five minutes from the museum, can be visited as part of a guided tour. Highlights here include: three floors of
galleries featuring paintings and sculptures of animals, illustrations of pirates and characters from classic adventure stories, and colorful landscape and still life paintings. Special galleries are dedicated to the three generations of Wyeth artists. The ground floor features works by local art students.
ADMISSION: $15 adults, $10 seniors (65+), $6 students with ID and children ages 6-18. Free for children ages five and under. Admission is free on the first Sunday of the month.
HOURS: Open daily, 9:30 am – 5 pm LOCATION: 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd, Chadds
An Afternoon in Camden
Exotic fish, greenery, and the most decorated battleship in US history By Peter Ross All three of these destinations can be reached by the Riverlink Ferry from Penn’s Landing (www. delawareriverwaterfront.com/places/riverlink-ferry) BATTLESHIP NEW JERSEY Built at the Philadelphia Naval Yard, launched on December 7, 1942. Saw action in the Pacific, 1944-1945, and in Korea, Vietnam and the Middle East in the 1950s through the 1980s. Final decommissioning in 1991.
ADDRESS: 62 Battleship Place, Camden,
Ford, PA 19317
NJ 08103
PHONE: 610-388-2700
HOURS: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
WEBSITE: www.brandywine.org/museum
ADMISSION: Adults $21.95, Children,
TIP: Grassy space is available for picnics outside along the creek, but parents should be aware there is no fence at the water’s edge.
Seniors, Veterans, $17.00. Children 4 and under, free.
PHONE: 866-877-6262 WEBSITE: battleshipnewjersey.org
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The Historic Hatfield House in Fairmount Park
ADVENTURE AQUARIUM Exhibits and collections of fish and other creatures, including the largest collection of sharks on the East Coast, hippos and blue penguins. Check the website for the schedule of feeding times and daily shows and for special events and educational presentations.
ADDRESS: 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ HOURS: Daily 10:00 am to 5:00 pm ADMISSION: Adults $26.95, Children under 12, $19.95
PHONE: 856-365-3300 WEBSITE: adventureaquarium.com
CAMDEN CHILDREN’S GARDEN A four-acre garden for creative and fun play and learning. The Garden has an outdoor spray ground, carousel, train ride, tree house and butterfly house among other attractions.
ADDRESS: 3 Riverside Drive, Camden. HOURS: Weds through Sun, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
ADMISSION: $8.00. Children under 2 free.
PHONE: 856-365-8733 WEBSITE: camdenchildrensgarden.org
The Bucolic Brandywine River Museum
WHARTON ESHERICK MUSEUM A joyful expression of work, inviting the eye and the hand By Amy Shelanski The Wharton Esherick Museum is a little known wonder of a place out in Malvern. It was home to one of America’s most innovative and talented woodworkers, Wharton Esherick. Esherick began to build his home in what remains a tranquil wooded setting in 1926 as a sculpting studio. He designed and built the house and all the furniture in it. He has been called the link between the Arts and Crafts movement and the resurgence in furniture making after WWII. He was awarded the gold medal for Craftsmanship by the American Institute of Architects and led the way for successive generations of wood-working artists to exhibit and market original, non-traditional designs. The studio is a beautiful and amazing place where form and function follow each other and the warm wood and clever use of space and materials all combine to make a place of beauty. Difficult to describe, a trip out to Malvern to see it is worth the drive.
ADDRESS: 1520 Horseshoe Trail, Malvern, PA 19355
HOURS: Open by reservation only ADMISSION: Adults: $15, children (ages
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PHONE: 610-644-5822 WEBSITE: www.whartonesherickmuseum. org
FAIRMOUNT WATER WORKS Breathtaking views and spectacular architecture By Jim Murphy Get a free look inside an engineering marvel that once drew visitors from all over the world. In the mid-19th century, this site ranked second only to Niagara Falls as a tourist attraction. Besides being one of the most efficient water distribution systems in the world, the Fairmount Water Works was also one of the most beautiful. Have fun learning the history of its marvelous architecture, stunning gardens, wonderful water wheels … and this surprising fact: the Philadelphia Museum of Art sits atop what was once an enormous reservoir that held over 3.26 million gallons of water!
PLACE: Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center
ADDRESS: 640 Waterworks Drive, Phila., PA 19130
Architectural Wonder Bryn Athyn Cathedral
ADMISSION: Free FREE FILM: fairmountwaterworks.org/ about-us/
HOURS: Tues – Sat, 10 am to 5 pm; Sun, 1 to 5 pm; Mon. and city holidays – closed
PHONE: 215-685-0723 WEBSITE: www.fairmountwaterworks.org
BARTRAM’S GARDEN Living collections that grow, bloom, and reproduce in historic buildings, gardens, and trails By Amy Grant John Bartram (1699-1777), a thirdgeneration Pennsylvania Quaker, purchased 102 acres from Swedish settlers in 1728 and systematically gathered the most varied collection of North American plants in the world. Appointed the “Royal Botanist” by King George III in 1765, Bartram’s plant trade and nursery business was sought out by Britain’s most prominent patrons and scholars. Miraculously, 45 acres of his estate remain intact 250 years later as a National Historic Landmark. Operated by the John Bartram Association and Parks and Recreation, this delightful destination advances Bartram’s legacy of discovery, gardening and art, and inspires audiences of all ages to care for the natural world.
The Serene Schuylkill River
Highlights here include: John Bartram’s stone house originally built in 1728 and expanded over the course of 40 years, the “oldest standing barn” in Philadelphia County dating back to 1775; an 8-acre garden featuring Bartram’s discoveries and the oldest male Ginkgo biloba tree in North America; a meadow with unique views of the Philadelphia skyline; and the first portion of the Schuylkill River Trail.
ADMISSION: Free HOURS: Open to the public year-round, dawn to dusk, except on City-observed holidays
LOCATION: 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19143
PHONE: (215) 729-5281
north and west of the city proper. Wealthy Philadelphians built country homes in and around what would become Fairmount Park. Six homes in the park are showcases of architectural and interior design and period furnishing and decoration. The homes have different hours and programs. Check the website for hours of operation, admission charges, tour times, and special events. All of the homes have free parking. The website also has information about walking and bike trails connecting the homes.
WEBSITE: parkcharms.com
EMAIL: info@bartramsgarden.org
Homes:
WEBSITE: bartramsgarden.org
CEDAR GROVE: 1 Cedar Grove Drive
TIP: During warmer weather, take a
LAUREL HILL: 7201 N Randolph Drive
Schuylkill River cruise to Bartram’s Garden, to and from Center City, aboard Patriot Harbor Lines (www.zerve.com/ PhillyByBoat/Bartrams).
LEMON HILL: Sedgeley & Lemon Hill Drives
MOUNT PLEASANT: Mount Pleasant Drive (currently closed for maintenance)
STRAWBERRY MANSION: Strawberry THE CHARMS OF FAIRMOUNT PARK Storied houses that ring the river By Peter Ross
Mansion Drive
WOODFORD: 2300 N 33rd St. TIP: Other historic homes in Fairmount
When Philadelphia was laid out in 1682, William Penn offered an incentive to the buyers of the most expensive lots: land
Park, such as the Hatfield and Randolph Houses, are also worth visiting if time permits.
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Sculpture Gardens
BY JULIENE FEATHERMAN
Looking to combine exercise and art this summer? Nearby Sculpture Gardens might just be your answer. I have fond memories of the very first Sculpture Garden I visited. The garden park of the Kroeller-Muller Museum in Holland is magic! One of the reasons that sculpture in a natural outdoor setting can make a lasting impression is because mobility, expansiveness and movement are inherent to the experience.
Many of the sculptures are by local sculptors, including Philadelphia artists Alison Stigora and H. John Thompson. “Katsura Passage” by eco-artist Roy Staab uses Norway Maple saplings to create a work that is suspended from a living Katsura tree. The sculpture at AAC often reflects environmental concerns and issues. Expect to see new works upon your visits as different installations are offered yearly. This summer, AAC will offer a summer concert series every Thursday evening.
You don’t have to cross the pond to have an experience like this. When the sky is clear and the sun is shining, make your way to a nearby Sculpture Garden to exercise your body and mind through an esthetic experience.
MICHENER ART MUSEUM 138 S. Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 Open: Tues – Fri: 10 am – 4:30 pm, Sat: 10 am – 5 pm, Sun: 12 pm – 5 pm www.MichenerArtMuseum.org
ABINGTON ART CENTER 515 Meetinghouse Rd, Jenkintown, PA 19046 Open every day from sunrise to sunset www.abingtonartcenter.org
The Michener Art Museum boasts a unique outdoor art experience. The terraces, sculpture garden and the events’ pavilion live within the old stone walls of an historic 19th century prison. The Pfundt Sculpture Garden features works that complement and are inspired by the Bucks County countryside. Don’t miss the sculpture surrounding the Museum’s walls or the unique labyrinth that provides a peaceful environment for meditation.
Abington Art Center’s Sculpture Park integrates fitness, fine art and natural landscapes with woodland paths winding through 27 acres hosting over 20 sculptures by established and emerging artists. Programs Assistant, Zach Amar Stritzinger notes "With the shade of the trees and the fully-paved path of our Heart Smart Trail, Abington Art Center's Sculpture Park really is the perfect place to get some exercise while taking in the beauty of nature and outdoor artwork on display all year round." It is also great for a picnic, nature gazing and bird-watching.
With its seven concentric rings around the center, the Labyrinth at the Michener is both traditional—harking back to ancient origins—and reflective of “new age” philosophy. It is a permanently accessible portion of the Michener Art Museum, equally enjoyable when experienced during the daylight and the evening. The labyrinth and sculpture garden are also stages for seasonal holidays.
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FARMS, GARDENS AND VINEYARDS … PRACTICALLY IN OUR BACKYARD BY KEVIN PARKER One of my favorite things about summer is how quiet the city becomes. You don’t always need reservations in restaurants. Every bar has a couple of empty seats. There’s a collective feeling among residents of having “their” city back, as if it’s a secret we’re all trying keep before Labor Day - and, presumably, the crowds - return. Even so, there are still times when I need to get out of the city for a day. Needless to say, these day trips center around local food, local wine, and the occasional physical activity. One of my favorite trips, and one of the easiest, is a quick trip to Wyebrook Farm in Honey Brook, PA. Owner Dean Carlson uses sustainable farming practices in raising pigs, cattle, goats, and chickens. The farm features an on-site butchershop and market inside a restored stone barn that also houses a restaurant. Since chef Andrew Wood of Russet took over executive chef duties here, the menu has been refined without becoming more fussy. As you would expect of a farm’s restaurant and of Chef Wood, the meats come from the farm and the vegetables from local farms. If you come for Sunday brunch, don’t miss the pastry basket; if you come for dinner, don’t miss the house made pastas. 20
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For a longer, slightly less glutinous trip, you could try the Meadow at Longwood Gardens. Everyone is probably familiar with the formal portions of Longwood Gardens, but the Meadow is a more recent addition. Recently reclaimed from a bypass road that was rerouted, the Meadow is an excellent example of “rewilding” a landscape. The plantings follow the natural contour of the land and native plants look different every few weeks. Not only will you forget you are 45 minutes from the city, you’ll forget you’re even in Longwood Gardens. After a late morning of wandering through the Meadow’s 86 acres, drive the short distance to Talula’s Table in nearby Kennett Square for a light lunch. Finish out the afternoon with a visit to one of the finest wineries on the East Coast: Avondale’s Va La Vineyards. Anthony Vietri makes each of his “field wines” with an ever-varying combination of grapes grown on this thin slice of land surrounded by mushroom houses. No summer of daytrips is complete without at least one trip to the beaches of New Jersey. For us, that always means Cape May and Cape May Point. Leaving just after rush hour, you can spend a few hours on the beach or a few hours kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding in
the back bays between Cape May and Diamond Beach - just east of where the Parkway ends and the bridge takes you into Cape May. For lunch, head over to the Red Store in Cape May Point, where Chef Lucas Manteca is constantly drawing fresh inspiration from local seafood and produce. Chef Manteca has taken his commitment to locally sourced food so far as to create, in conjunction with Windy Acres’ farm (whose produce he uses), sea salt harvested from the southern New Jersey coastline. Afterwards, you can try either Hawk Haven Vineyard in Rio Grande or Turdo Vineyard in Cape May. If you are really adventurous, try both. Incidentally, Hawk Haven intermittently runs a fantastic wine cruise out of Cape May. As you sail around the harbor on a tall ship, you get to sample Hawk Haven’s wines (both rarities and current releases), chat with the winemaker, and eat food prepared by Chef Manteca. And, if you find yourself reluctant to head home just yet after all of that, head back into Cape May and get yourself a seat at the bar at Lucky Bones, order up a clamboat pizza (made with local clams, of course), and wash it down with a pint of Cape May Brewery beer. Of course, given that it’s the Jersey Shore and it’s summer, I can’t guarantee there’ll be a seat for you there.
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QUEEN STREET TUNNEL ART PROJECT QVNA is collaborating with Fleisher Art Memorial to create an immersive wheatpasting installation in the Queen Street Tunnel between Front and Swanson Streets. The installation will consist of large-scale drawings and photomontages on paper – made by Adult, Youth and Teenage Lounge Students at Fleisher, as well as pieces made with the community during Artspiration.
QVNA MAGAZINE RECEIVES AWARD The QVNA Magazine received 2nd Place in the 2016 Neighborhoods USA (NUSA) Newsletter Competition, an award that acknowledges excellence in neighborhood newsletters. Submissions are evaluated on branding, aesthetics & design, technical layout, content/ information, and outreach & involvement. We are honored to receive this ranking, especially considering that our submission packet showcased some of our earliest efforts (Issues 3-9, published in 2015). Many thanks to our volunteers -- contributors, editors, and block distributors -- whose tireless efforts have made it possible for QVNA to produce an “award-winning” publication. DESIGN QUEEN VILLAGE Thank you to the homeowners and business owners who opened
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