Members Only Events

Join the CHCA for access to a variety of Members Only events throughout the year

PAST EVENTS:

The Dixon Meadow Preserve – Seasons along the ‘Jewel of the Wissahickon’”
The Hill at Whitemarsh is proud to partner with the Whitemarsh Foundation to present its educational series titled “The Dixon Meadow Preserve – Seasons along the ‘Jewel of the Wissahickon’”. Join internationally-acclaimed wildlife conservationist and author Bill Konstant and award-winning wildlife photographer Glenn Mason for an hour-long photographic journey of the winter flora, birds and wildlife. Learn about keystone species, winter survival strategies, and why the Dixon Meadow is such an important link among the different habitats that define our region and preserve the local ecology. Dixon Meadow Preserve is a popular birding hotspot and winter home to several rare water fow. Learn more about the Dixon Meadow Preserve.



CHCA Member Docent Tour of Woodmere Art Museum
Woodmere Art Museum would like to invite CHCA members to attend a free, docent-led tour of their current exhibition, Barbara Bullock: Fearless Vision on Sunday, January 14th at 1pm! Join one of Woodmere's knowledgeabledocents as they guide CHCA members through over 60 years of Barbara Bullock's art.  For more information about the exhibition, visit Woodmere's website: https://woodmereartmuseum.org/experience/exhibitions/barbara-bullock


Panther, 2014, From the series Bitches Brew (Collection of the artist)

Member's Mindful Wissahickon Cruise 
Join the CHCA and The Friends of the Wissahickon on a mindful hike in the Wissahickon Valley Park! FOW Trail Ambassador Amy Yuter will lead a mindful and silent, moderate paced saunter – we’ll have moments to connect and share with other participants throughout our contemplative journey. Enjoy a full sensory experience and a crisp afternoon on the beautiful trails. This walk is most appropriate for adults and youth 16 and older. The hike will begin at 1pm from the trail head near the intersection of Chestnut Hill Avenue and Seminole Street (427 W. Chestnut Hill Ave) and will run approximately 1 1/2 hours. Pace will be set by the group. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

Distance: ~2.5 miles

Level: Moderate (some inclines and declines, uneven surfaces)

“Dixon Meadow Preserve – Four Seasons of Flora and Fauna in the Crown Jewel of the Wissahickon.”
Join internationally-acclaimed wildlife conservationist Bill Konstant and award-winning wildlife photographer Glenn Mason for an hour-long adventure with spring flora and wildlife in their third in a series of seasonal presentations. Learn about nesting strategies, how The Hill supports the Bluebird and Tree Swallow Nestwatch research program, and why the Dixon Meadow is such an important link among the different habitats that define our region and preserve the local ecology.
 
 

Date: Thursday, February 24th
Location: Dixon House at the Whitemarsh Foundation: 548 Flourtown Rd, Lafayette Hill 19444
**This is an indoor presentation. Registration, vaccinations and masks required for all attendees.**



Palm Warbler, photo by Ruth Pfeffer

 Click here to learn more about the Dixon Meadow Preserve.
Register online here! You can also register by calling the Chestnut Hill Community Association at 215-248-8810. Attendance is limited to 12 members.  Looking forward to seeing you! 
 

Member Event: The Night Kitchen Baking Demo! 
Looking to add some sweetness to your Valentine's Day? Look no further than your own kitchen — with a little help from our neighborhood Night Kitchen! Join Amy Edelman, chef/owner of Night Kitchen Bakery, and learn how to make a beautiful and delicious Raspberry Linzer Tart with heart cut-outs, guaranteed to make you and your loved ones swoon!

In this live virtual class, Amy, along with her general manager Turquoise Affel, will demonstrate the entire process for producing these Austrian confections: how to make the delicate shortbread, prepare the decorative heart cut-outs, assemble the tart, and bake to perfection! They will also be available to answer your questions in real time. The only thing missing will be the aroma!  But after this demo, you will have the skills to make your own kitchen smell amazing! 


Amy Edelman has over 30 years of experience as a chef. She attended the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) in Hyde Park, New York. Immediately after graduation in 1988, she worked at the CIA as a fellow. She has worked as a pastry cook and chef at the five-star Boca Raton Resort and Club in Florida, The Intercontinental Hotel in New York City and at EuroDisney in France. Amy is a valuable community member and we are so lucky to have her and The Night Kitchen Bakery and Cafe in Chestnut Hill! 
To learn more about The Night Kitchen: https://www.nightkitchenbakery.com