ver in West Philly, popular neighborhood Italian spot Abbraccio view themselves as much as a community gathering center as a restaurant. Owing to that, they just tipped us off that they’re holding political discussions, book signings and art exhibitions this month:
Sunday, Nov. 11 at 7pm, Health Care Reform discussion. “Neighborhood Networks” presents a discussion and debate by experts on two types of health care reform proposals, including one proposed by Governor Rendell. FREE!Mon, Nov. 12 6pmDinner/7:30pm Talk by Michael Garrett, author of “Cemetery Promises.” Cemetery Promises arose from the pent-up anger and frustration of an inner-city teacher who has had enough. Many of our young people are hurting, confused, lonely, searching and looking for someone to step in and make a difference.Michael will talk about his book and sign copies. Dinner at 6pm, talk at 7:30. Cost is $20 for dinner-talk, and $7 for Dessert-coffee-talk at 7:15.Fri, Nov. 16 5-7pm Gallery Opening: Images of Halloween: Thanks to Cynthia Preston and Liz Campion. For many years our local neighborhood has been a magnet for “trick or treaters” and no event has been larger than the annual haunted house tour with literally thousands of visitors. This event was originally run by Cyndy Preston at the Squirrel Hill Falls Park; now it’s held at Liz Campion’s house and yard. Liz and Cyndy will share some of their favorite photographs taken from the Haunted House tour. Light refreshments, FREE! The show will remain up for at least a month, and the sale of any photos will help support future events.
ver in West Philly, popular neighborhood Italian spot Abbraccio view themselves as much as a community gathering center as a restaurant. Owing to that, they just tipped us off that they’re holding political discussions, book signings and art exhibitions this month:
