Relevant Commentary, all information Philly (real estate and otherwise), Open Houses, Listings, Happenings, and More — by Jeff “City” Block
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As we approach Memorial Day, a day of gratitude, I wish everyone a relaxing weekend. And please remember “How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes.” –Maya Angelou
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250 S 17th Street, Unit 100
2 BD | 2 BA | 1,140 SF | Spacious | 7 East & South Facing Windows | $579,000
A truly spacious residence in a charming doorperson building in Rittenhouse. Freshly painted throughout and crown molding stunningly restored. A must see in person.
This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner residence is sun soaked with tree lined views from all 7 East and South facing windows. You can watch the seasons change right from your over-sized living and dining area overlooking a quiet street.
Open kitchen perfect for entertaining, and breakfast bar. Stainless steel appliances, Sub-Zero Fridge and brand-new washer and dryer. High ceilings with crown moldings, and hardwood floors throughout give this wonderful condominium a romantic yet desirable floor plan.
Primary bedroom with ensuite marble bathroom and glass shower and great closet space. The second bathroom features marble tiling and jacuzzi tub.
Located just one block from Rittenhouse Square Park, perfect for walking your dog, people watching, and dining, and convenient to all the city has to offer.
Free water, basic cable TV and internet, and a 24 hr door man. (Also, available for rent $3,950 a month. Tenant only pays electric.)
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Food and Drink Recipes for this Summer
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There’s a reason why some flavor combinations just keep coming back, and mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil are one of them. Keep it nice and simple with this easy appetizer.
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Standing over a hot grill all afternoon is no way to enjoy your day. Pre-cook your chicken in the oven the night before and they’ll only need a quick reheat on the grill the day of.
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We love an espresso martini and this frozen version is seriously tasty. All you will need is espresso, Kahlúa, vodka, ice cubes, and some coffee beans for a garnish. Find the full recipe here!
Make this into a mocktail by replacing the Kahlúa and vodka with milk, your favorite dairy substitute or flavored creamer and blend it up!
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Hello Prosecco! Add frozen raspberries to make this gorgeous berry slushie. You will need Prosecco, frozen raspberries, Grand Marnier, and a few sprigs of mint to garnish, then blend it up. Find the full recipe here!
Replace the Prosecco and Grand Marnier with club soda and unsweetened orange juice concentrate to make the perfect frozen mocktail.
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Apple and Ginger Cocktail
An easy cocktail recipe, which is equally delicious if you’d like to serve it warm. This recipe includes apple juice, ginger beer, ginger wine, lime, cinnamon, nutmeg, and mint sprigs for garnish. Find the full recipe here.
Easily leave out the ginger wine to make this one a mocktail instead!
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(Safe) Philly Fun This Week
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New & Last-Chance Exhibitions
Check out these interesting exhibits, some opening and some closing:
- Download the “Let’s Roam” mobile app and check out the free public art scavenger hunt, Northern Liberties Mural Hunt: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Street Art. Users can hunt down more than 20 murals throughout the neighborhood and finish mini-missions for a chance to win weekly prizes (May 28 – July 5).
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On Saturday the Garden Railway opened at Morris Arboretum. It features an impressive quarter-mile track with 7 loops and tunnels, 15 different rail lines, 2 cable cars, and 9 bridges, including a trestle bridge large enough that visitors can walk under it.
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Help kick off the installation Al-Mudhif at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education. An Iraqi guesthouse made from reed grasses called phragmites will be created by American veterans, Iraqi refugees, and environmental artist and Iraqi designer Sarah Kavage (opens Monday, May 31).
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This season lots of pop-up markets are open throughout the city. Here’s where to shop this week and onward:
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Every Thursday on Main Street during Manayunk’s Stroll the Street, shops, bars, and restaurants offer special deals and sidewalk sales.
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Head to Cherry Street Pier where Liberty Flea kicked off a summer of monthly markets on Friday.
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Enjoy waterfront shopping featuring local creators selling handcrafted items at the Makers Market in Spruce Street Harbor Park. (Started on Saturday and continues on other weekends throughout the season.)
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Memorial Day Weekend Events
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Head to the Museum of the American Revolution for Memorial Day weekend programming. Some of the highlights are pop-up talks about Revolutionary veterans, a postcard station to support families of service members, and replica objects from a Philly flagmaker. Veterans, military, and Blue Star Families can reserve a free ticket online using code MEMDAY21.
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Check out the debut of Difficult Journey Home, at the Independence Seaport Museum. The exhibit aboard the Cruiser Olympia focuses on the ship’s transfer of a deceased unknown soldier across the Atlantic 100 years ago. There is a new historic marker in the soldier’s honor. Guests can also explore the ship’s quarterdeck, accessible for the first time in 20 years. Additionally, Paddle Penn’s Landing opened for the season on Friday for visitors who want to cruise the water in a rowboat, kayak, swan, or dragon boat.
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University City
8-Unit Detached Property
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Mount Airy
New Construction
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2 Bed | 1.5 Bath
$595,000
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250 S 17th Street, Unit 100
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3 Bed | 2.5 Bath
$525,000
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2 Bed | 1.5 Bath
$485,000
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4617 Pine Street, Unit H210
4 Bed | 2.5 Bath
$425,000
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3 Bed | 1.5 Bath
$258,000
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1810 Rittenhouse Square, Unit 503
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As always, please know that I’m humbled by and appreciative of your introductions and referrals. If you have a friend, colleague, or family member that is in need of Expert Real Estate Representation, please have them contact me.
Be assured, I will do my best to exceed their expectations! Thanks for taking the time to read this issue of Around the Block.
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