Chestnut Pointe

Top 5 Reasons to Love Super Bowl Sunday

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:07:59 +0000

This Sunday, February 5 is the long-awaited Super Bowl! There are so many reasons to get excited, but here five of the best reasons to love Super Bowl Sunday!

Football Fans
If you're a Giants fan, you're pumped up to see the Giants play in the biggest game of the year. If you're a Patriots fan, you can hardly wait to see the Patriots play in the biggest game of the year. For everyone else, football is awesome!

Quarterback Snacks
The Super Bowl is a great excuse to indulge. It's practically a rule to have a few beers while chowing down on delicious wings, guacamole and chips, and those cute little mini hot dogs wrapped in a crusty blanket. You may have to hit the gym hard on Monday, but it's worth it—it is the Superbowl, after all!

Super Bowl Ads
The commercials: remember the eTrade baby and the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdale? This year, there'll be a whole crop of new and hilarious ads that will have people talking.

Cure For The Mondays
You won't get the dreaded "Tomorrow is Monday and I have to work" Sunday night blues—instead you'll be celebrating all night with the three F's: food, friends, and football!

Lead Out TV
For the not-so-football-inclined, waiting patiently through the Superbowl means you get to watch the second season premiere of The Voice!

Albert’s Cafe: A Local Favorite

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:09:50 +0000

Albert’s Café is an all-around destination business. Serving a menu full of Italian, American, and seafood entrees and appetizers, there’s something to please every palate—from mozzarella sticks to buffalo chicken steaks, roast pork, and linguini with mussels—as well as a jovial atmosphere that attracts faithful locals and newcomers alike. The sports bar boasts four flat screen TVs and three additional viewing spots in the newly refurbished dining room bar. Daily drink and food specials keep up the enlivened atmosphere every night, while weekend music and dancing comes courtesy of DJs and a faithfully returning crowd.

Albert’s Café
3180 Grant Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19114
www.albertscafe.com

2012 Snow Season

admin — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:08:15 +0000

Well, we did it! We survived our first snow fall in 2012 at Chestnut Pointe. Our residents have done a fantastic job of understanding how we treat snow in the community and your patience and cooperation is appreciated!

A few tips to continue successful snow removal are:

* Please move your vehicle into overflow parking so that we can plow your parking space.

* Remove front door mats prior to the storm.

* Contact the Leasing Office to report any trouble spots on the property.

Thank you again to all of our residents for your cooperation. Stay warm!

Five Tips for Winter Driving

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:20:18 +0000

Driving in the winter can be lovely, with scenic views of snowy vistas, but it can also be dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions. Here are some tips to make sure you don’t run into problems on the road this season:

Avoid Tailgating
Tailgating is something you want to avoid under any circumstances but especially during icy or snowy road conditions. When a road is even just lightly covered in ice or snow, the traction becomes significantly reduced, and this means that your car will take longer to stop.

Don't Use Cruise Control
If your car hydroplanes or skids on an icy road while you’re using cruise control, the wheels can start to rapidly spin – and this will increase the chances of you losing command of your vehicle.

Be Prepared
You’ll want to be sure that your car is stocked with the necessities of safe winter driving – antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, flashlight, first aid kid, blanket, and so on. Also make sure that the car itself has been checked so that the battery works, the headlights are clean and functional, and the tires are in good condition.

Handle Skids With Skill
Knowing how to recover from skids is a key feature of effective winter driving. When you brake on a slippery road, make sure you don’t lock up your wheels by braking too hard. Instead, if you begin skidding, turn the vehicle gently in the direction you want the vehicle to go and avoid heavy pressure on the brakes. Click here for helpful details about skid recovery.

Stay in Your Vehicle
If you get stuck in the snow or your vehicle becomes unable to move for any reason, stay warm in your vehicle and wait for help. Make sure that your exhaust pipe is clear of any obstructions (snow and ice included) so that carbon monoxide doesn’t build up in the car.

We have you covered!

admin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:33:56 +0000

If you are looking for a way to keep your vehicle covered during the cold winter months, don't forget to contact the Leasing Office about detached garages that may be available to rent!

Currently, we have one garage located in the 400 building that you may want to use during the upcoming winter storms or for extra storage space. Call the Leasing Office at (610)-792-2692 to find out more detailed information about garage leases.

Brrr….It’s Getting Cold Outside!

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:13:44 +0000

As you all know, the temperatures are starting to drop and we are finally getting the signs of winter.

We would like to take this time to remind all of our residents to leave your heat set at a minimum of 55 degrees while you are not home or you are in the home. We ask that you keep your temperature at this minimum to prevent frozen pipes within your building.

If you are looking for a great way to save money in your home, keep your heat set low and use your gas fireplace. Your fireplace not only provides you with a beautiful focal point in your home, but keeps you warm!

The Insectarium: Philadelphia’s Creepy-Crawly Lover’s Paradise

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:10:04 +0000

There’s no need to get bugged out over bugs once you’ve gotten up close and personal with them at The Insectarium. This all-insect museum is the largest in the country and boasts thousands of mounted creepy crawlies, live species exhibits, and plenty of interactive displays for visitors of every age. Open since 1992, the museum is set on teaching people about the often-overlooked world of anthropods, offering exhibits—including a cockroach kitchen and beehive—as well as specialty tours and seasonal events. Even if the thought of spending a day with bugs isn’t your idea of a dream come true, the museum has a surprising appeal for even the most easily grossed out.

The Insectarium
8046 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19136-2616
(215) 335-9500
www.myinsectarium.com

Holiday Decor

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:02:56 +0000

Now that we are in 2012 and the holiday season has passed, we kindly ask that all of our residents have the exterior holiday decor removed by January 14th.

We appreciate your effort in making the community beautiful and wish everyone a Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

admin — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 14:00:47 +0000

Wishing you and your loved ones all the best that 2012 has to offer.

Philadelphia 76ers: Poised For Greatness

admin — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:15:37 +0000

With three playoff berths in the last four seasons, the Philadelphia 76ers have had solid showings recently, and they're ready to carry that success further into the postseason. Last year's arrival of Doug Collins as head coach gave the team a much needed boost. His leadership helped add another fourteen wins to the previous season. Collins has a team of new and veteran talents to nurture. Jrue Holiday enters his third season as one of the most exciting players on the roster. Louis Williams, Thad Young, and Andre Igoudala also promise to keep up the team's high-octane attack. Philadelphia also still has one of the top power forwards in Elton Brand. This is a team ready to capitalize on the consistent promise shown in previous years. They want more than just a first round playoff exit. This season might be their breakout year.

Find Sixers schedules, tickets, merchandise, and more at http://www.nba.com/sixers.