Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Diamond Spa is closed for renovations through Friday.
Diamond Spa, Beauty & Nail Salon on Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill is currently closed for renovations. The salon has been closed to the public since Monday and will reopen on Saturday.
Monday, April 8, 2013
Remembering those in Greater Philadelphia who have passed on.
Margaret Sowter, of Chestnut Hill, dies at 70. The following obituaries are from elsewhere in Greater Phialdephia:
Thursday, April 4, 2013
One list has a Philly spot as the country's best, but what is your favorite in the Northwest?
Philadelphia has the best coffee shops, at least according to one list. Daily Meal released its list of “America’s Best Coffee Shops” and a number of Philadelphia-area shops made the list. Ultimo, in South Philadelphia, topped the list, but other nearby locations like Town Hall Coffee in Merion Station also made the list. Check out their full list here. That’s all well and good, but what’s the best place to get a cup of coffee in the Northwest? According to Yelp.com, the two highest-rated coffee shops in the Chestnut Hill – Mt. Airy area are Chestnut Hill Coffee Company and the High Point Café. On our site, the highest-rated coffee shop is the High Point Café on Cresheim, which Patch user John Goldsborough said has “the best baked good …
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
A long-time fixture of Germantown Avenue has closed up shop.
The sign on the door of Frank’s Barber Shop tells the story. The sign reads: Frank’s Barber Shop is now CLOSED. Thank you friends for your loyal patronage over the past 75 years. You have been much more than customers, you have been very good buddies and we have shared many great times and memories together. I am retired. Thank you! Frank Frank’s Barber Shop is a fixture on Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill. Frank Salemno has been cutting hair for longer than many of us have been alive. Salemno celebrated his 90th birthday last summer. His shop has been closed multiple times in the past several years, always marked by a sign on a window of his shop. Two summers ago, Patch talked to Salemno as part of our time capsule series about what …
Monday, March 18, 2013
These obituaries are for residents of the Greater Philadelphia Area through March 18.
Alexine Weaver, of Chestnut Hill, died on March 16. Other obituaries from the Greater Philadelphia area: Gladys Monier, of Bala Cynwyd, dies at 98. Elizabeth Hopkins, of Ardmore, died on March 16. Frederick Caccese, of Wynnewood, dies at 89. Phyllis Tabas, of Wynnewood, died on March 14. Nancy Louise, of Wynnewood and Bryn Mawr, died on March 13. Gretchen Metz, of Ardmore and Rosemont, dies at 64. George Farley, of Bryn Mawr, dies at 86. Thomas Nicholson Jr., of Rosemont, dies at 90. Daniel Ehart, of Wayne, dies at 89. Hannah Kierana, of Wayne, dies at 64. William Mellody, of Wayne, dies at 85. Charles Sower, of Wayne, dies at 86. Theodora Stack, of Strafford, dies at 89. Angela DiSimone, of Berwyn, dies at 86. Lois Hartshore…
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Find out what the top two most popular items are that people buy at Metropolitan Bakery in Chestnut Hill.
What's everyone eating at Metropolitan Bakery in Chestnut Hill? Look above in the photo gallery to find out what Chestnut Hill residents like to eat at this established bakery. What's your favorite item on the menu? Write your own review of Metropolitan Bakery here.
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Find out when this Chestnut Hill boutique is open.
Did you know Modern Bird Studio & Gallery on Germantown Ave. in Chestnut Hill has new hours? In case you missed it, Modern Bird is now only open on Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The original hours of operation were on Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don't forget to review this boutique on Patch here. Read more about Modern Bird on Patch:
Friday, March 15, 2013
Want to avoid the lines at this local bakery in Chestnut Hill? Find out when the busiest times are.
When is the best time to avoid the long lines at Metropolitan Bakery in Chestnut Hill? This may or may not come to a surprise for a few of Metropolitan Bakery's frequenters but it's best to avoid Saturday and Sunday mornings. According to the bakery's co-owner Marcy Lilly, the weekday is least busiest as well as rainy days. So, if you're looking for some quiet time or need a quick caffeine and carb fix, those are the best days. Read more about Metropolitan Bakery on Patch here:
Thursday, March 14, 2013
St. Patrick's Day has brought on a few new menu items for a couple of bakeries in Chestnut Hill.
Although St. Patrick's Day is officially celebrated on just one day—Saturday, March 16, a couple of local businesses are celebrating the Irish holiday throughout the week and month. Look through the photo gallery to see what Irish-themed specialty items are featured at Baker Street Bread Co. and Metropolitan Bakery. Did we miss another local business offering some Irish items on their menu? Tell us in the comments.
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Find out what local bakeries are offering the special seasonal bread.
It's that time again—the month when Irish soda bread becomes the star of the show at many bakeries. With St. Patrick's Day right around the corner, a couple of Chestnut Hill bakeries are serving up this special seasonal bread all week. Did we miss a local bakery you know of that is also selling Irish soda bread? Tell us in the comments.
Shirley
12:15 pm on Friday, April 5, 2013
Infusion on the 7100 block of 'The Ave' used to be a great coffee shop where you got a great cup of coffee, the staff was professional, courteous, and friendly, the place was spotless, you got your latte before you got to page two of the paper, and you also met and made some great friends. Joclyn and Jason should never have sold that great coffee shop for Infusion may have the same name but is …   more ›