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The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board invites you to the grand opening of the Wine & Spirits store at 4906-08 Baltimore Avenue in Philadelphia on Friday, March 7th from 5-7pm.

Relocating from 4924 Baltimore Avenue, the newly opened store at 4906-08 Baltimore Avenue offers the community an accessible and safe location to purchase wine and spirits. The store will also bring a greater selection of products and a more enjoyable shopping experience while maintaining the same friendly faces you’ve come to know from the former location.

Please join us for the ribbon cutting on Friday, March 7, from 5-7 pm to toast the grand opening of the new Wine & Spirits store. Wine tasting, of course, and light refreshments will be offered throughout the celebration. RSVP to Beth Martinez at 717-783-8864 or by email at elmartinez@state.pa.us.

The University City Historical Society recently presented its 2007 Preservation Initiative Award to Joseph Minardi, a photographer and graphic designer from South Philadelphia, for “West Philadelphia, Streetcar Suburb,” a photo essay on PhillySkyLine, http://phillyskyline.com/photo/joeminardi/streetcarsuburb/ .

The society said the images ”vividly remind us of the architectural and landscape riches which continue to surround us and are critical to our quality of life.” It called the essay, which Minardi is hoping to publish in book form, a “major contribution to the appreciation of the architectural heritage of University City.” If you are interested in seeing just how splendid the historic architecture of University City can be captured by a skilled and discerning eye, check out Joe's essay. For more information visit www.uchs.net.

CLARK PARK BASKETBALL COURT IS OPEN FOR USE

The newly reconstructed basketball court in Clark Park is now open, and features a larger single court, an innovative surface water runoff mitigation system, and repaired sidewalk along 43rd Street. Overseen by the Friends of Clark Park, the new courts were made possible with the assistance of the Department of Recreation, the Water Department, Philadelphia Green, City Council District Representative Jannie Blackwell, and a grant from the Pennsylvania DCNR.

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE UNIVERSITY CITY ARTS LEAGUE
ANNUAL DINNER & AUCTION - MAY 3, 2008

The University City Arts League will hold its annual dinner and auction on Saturday, May 3 at the University of the Sciences.

The auction is the Arts League's primary fund raiser and helps pay for the hundreds of pottery, dance and arts classes for children, teens and adults as well as the arts shows that bring visitors from across the region to the League's building at 4226 Spruce Street.

This year, rugs from around the world will again be featured in the live auction. In the silent auction, guests will have the opportunity to bid on vacations, restaurant dining, art work, books and more. Reservations are required for the 6 p.m. preview dinner, which will be held inside the University's Wilson Student Center. Doors open for "Just Bid It!" at 7pm and there will be a $10 admission. The live auction begins at 8pm.

Anyone interested in donating to the silent auction may call the Arts League at 215-382-7811 or email at info@ucartsleague.org.

THE SPRING 2008 COUPON CLIPPER

The latest edition of the Coupon Clipper offers valuable shopping, dining, and entertainment discounts. Featuring coupons from University City businesses including Stan's Deli, The Green Line Cafe, The Satellite Cafe, and Cafe Pier One, this publication has something for everyone. If you don't already have a copy, stop by the UCD office to pick yours up today!

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