2014-2015 resource guide pages rough draft
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Family, Community, and NatureSince 1690
2014 ~ 2015
oxboroughRESOURCE GUIDE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Directory of Businesses
2014-2015 Roxborough Resource Guide
Community Information
Apparel, Accessories & Gifts.................... 4Art & Culture ......................................................... 4Auto (Repair, Fuel, Sales) ............................... 6Beauty Care............................................................ 8Construction & Hardware ........................... 10Restaurants ............................................................. 10. Asian Cuisine ................................................... 10. Diners ..................................................................... 12. Coffeehouses .................................................. 12. Pizzerias .............................................................. 12. Sandwiches/Hoagies/Wings ................ 14. Bakeries/Ice Cream/Water Ice ......... 14. Catering ............................................................... 16. Bars & Beverages ........................................ 16Dry Cleaning/Laundry/Shoe Repair .... 16Financial/Legal/Insurance/Taxes ......... 18Grocery & Pharmacy ....................................... 20Health & Fitness .................................................. 30Home & Garden ................................................... 30Medical & Dental ................................................. 30Pets & Veterinary ............................................... 34Printing & Photography .................................. 34Real Estate & Architecture ......................... 34Electronic & Hobbies ....................................... 36Other Businesses ............................................... 36
Gorgas Park............................................................35Non-Profit ..................................................................36Houses of Worship ............................................37Elected Officials & Government .............38Associations ...........................................................40Sports & Recreation .........................................41Libraries & Post Office ..................................41Schools Elementary ........................................................... 42 High Schools ......................................................... 43 Universities ...........................................................43 Emergency Service ..........................................43Transportation .....................................................43About Roxborough ............................................44Demographics .......................................................46
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APPAREL, ACCESSORIES & GIFTSAstro Jewelry and Gifts ......................................................... 215-483-85906158 Ridge AvenueProvides jewelry and watch repair services, with a complete line of fine jewelry including, gold, silver, diamond and platinumBarr’s Bikes and Boards ......................................................... 267-297-32665548 Ridge Avenuewww.barrsbikesandboards.comBicycles and skateboardsBike and Build .................................................................................. 267-331-84886153 Ridge AvenueCandy’s Hallmark Shoppe ..................................................... 215-487-09447134 Ridge Avenuewww.hallmark.comGift shopChris Sea’s Aromatique Fine Gifts ................................. 267-250-61606070 Ridge AvenueDollar Tree ........................................................................................215-508-53367106 Ridge Avenuewww.dollartree.comA dollar store that offers a wide selection of products at reasonable prices “everything is a dollar”Dubai Boutique .................................................................................215-930-01206152 Ridge AvenueFamily Dollar ....................................................................................215-483-05636138 Ridge Avenuewww.familydollar.comWe are a dollar store that sells a variety of products, name brand and genericFoot Comfort Center ................................................................215-508-74636204 Ridge Avenuewww.thefootcomfortcenter.comDiabetic shoesKing’s Discount ...................................................................................215-482-11156135 Ridge AvenueMix Sports .........................................................................................267-297-80536072 Ridge Avenuewww.mixsports.orgOteri’s Bakery ...................................................................................215-621-6693499 Domino LaneRoxborough News Shop ..........................................................215-487-3220495 Domino LaneRoyal Bargain Dollar Store ....................................................215-482-20406174 Ridge AvenueSung’s Ridge Smoke Depot ...................................................215-483-83356200 Ridge Avenue
DINERSDINERSART & CULTUREAdvent .................................................................................................. 267-437-21276074 Ridge Avenuewww.adventrox.comAdvertising, events and entertainmentDelaware Valley Opera Company ....................................215-725-41714200 Wissahickon Avenuewww.dvopera.orgJourney’s Way ................................................................................. 215-487-1750403 Rector Streetwww.Journeys-way.orgOffers art classes including painting, ceramics, weaving and beadingManayunk-Roxborough Art Center ...............................215-482-3363419 Green Lanewww.mrartcenter.org
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Wash, cut, blow dry and styleavailable to new clients only (medium length)
Quality and Affordable PricesMen, Women, Children
haircuts, hilights, lowlights, perms, waxes, threading, updos, etc.
HoursMonday -Friday 9:30 am to 7:00 pmSaturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pmSunday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Walk-Ins welcome
215-482-07956202 Ridge AvePhila, PA [email protected]
KUTS & KOLORS FULL SERVICE SALON
$25
$60
Cut & color or cut & partial highlightsnew clients only
$90Color, partial highlights(medium length)
$28Wash, cut, blow dry and
eye brow waxnew clients only
(medium length)
Mens Hair Cutnew clients only
$12
FREE PEDICURE
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ROXART Gallery .............................................................................215-508-23586111 Ridge AvenueRoxborough Symphony Orchestra4863 Ridge AvenueThe Nest Recording Studio .................................................. 267-218-0500www.thenestrecordingstudio.comTowne Playhouse5265 Ridge Avenue
DINERSDINERSDINERSAUTO (REPAIR, FUEL, SALES)All Seasons Car Wash and Lube, LLC ..........................215-508-92746722 Ridge Avenuewww.allwashlube.comAuto Maxx Motors .......................................................................215- 482-81006618 Ridge Avenuewww.automaxxmotors.comAutomotive salesAutoZone .............................................................................................215-487-12746758 Ridge Avenuewww.autozone.comAutomotive parts and car careB.P. Split Second ............................................................................. 215-508-36905643 Ridge AvenueGas station and auto repairsFountain Street Auto Service .............................................215-487-64226501 Ridge Avenuewww.fountainstreetauto.comGeneral auto repair for all car modelsGabriel’s Goodyear ....................................................................215-483-32205959 Ridge Avenuewww.goodyeartires.comGetty Petroleum Corp ............................................................... 215-482-30155708 Ridge Avenuewww.getty.comAutomotive serviceK and A’s Auto Tags .................................................................... 215-482-17856150 Ridge AvenueAutomotive tags serviceLiberty Lube and Service ....................................................... 215-482-30155700 Ridge AvenueFull service gas station, rental and convenience store, as well as automotive repair and state inspection shopLomanno’s Auto Repair ............................................................215-483-55175140 Ridge AvenueComplete auto serviceMaggiano’s Auto Repair .........................................................215-487-06405701 Ridge Avenuewww.maggianosauto.comGeneral automotive service for most makes and modelsMidas Auto Service Repair ...................................................215-482-93336750 Ridge AvenueGeneral automotive repairN and V Auto Service Center .............................................215-487-36556758 Ridge AvenuePastore Auto Tags and Insurance, Inc. .......................215-482-35006774 Ridge Avenuewww.pastoreinsurance.comAutomotive tags and automotive insurance agencySchock’s Sunoco ............................................................................. 215-482-99215650 Ridge Avenuewww.sunoco.comAutomotive serviceSunoco ................................................................................................. 215-482-43256201 Ridge Avenuewww.sunoco.comGas station and convenience store
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“Real Yoga for Real People”
Specializing in Yoga Therapy forbacks. . . Parkinson’s. . . MS. . .
heart disease. . .injuries . . . anxiety
493 Domino Lane(across from SuperFresh)
215-792-6400www.YogaOnTheRidge.com
Studio time — muSic — maStering
duplication packageS — dvd’S, cd’S mp3S
Songwriting — editing
www.thenestrecordingstudio.com
The Nest Recording Studio
TNRS offers complete recording services for the music professional, or the upcoming artist. All genres are welcome and encouraged. TNRS is a fully digital recording studio operating on both MAC & PC. Equipped with a vocal booth and all the essentials to make your recording process as seamless as possible. TNRS offers very competitive pricing with prepaid time blocks available at a discount. We are located in Roxborough, less than 10 miles from Center City, and in close proximity to Montgomery, Bucks & Chester Counties.
Studio 267.218.0500Cell 215.803.3632
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Triple A Auto Partners ............................................................ 267-579-86715134 Ridge AvenueVince’s Gulf ........................................................................................215-483-04155430 Ridge AvenueGas station and automotive repairsWawa ...................................................................................................... 215-483-66016709 Ridge Avenuewww.wawa.comGas station and convenience store
BEAUTY CAREBeautiful You Salon ....................................................................267-275-83366133 Ridge AvenueOur business is your beautyBlush Salon ........................................................................................ 215-459-30496212-A Ridge AvenueBody Health Center .................................................................... 215-508-06736212-B Ridge AvenueProfessional massage, facial, reflexology and acupunctureDamian’s A Cut Above .............................................................215-482-96966615 Ridge AvenueExhale Beauty Salon ..................................................................215- 483-71606104 Ridge AvenueProfessional hair salonGina’s Best Nails ............................................................................. 215-508-14205239 Ridge AvenueNail salonHair Cuttery ......................................................................................215-487-97586161B Ridge Avenuewww.haircuttery.comBeauty salonHair Jazz ................................................................................................215-487-17175546 Ridge Avenuewww.hairjazzphilly.comHair salonHair Pair ................................................................................................ 215-482-27716177 Ridge Avenuewww.thehairpair.comBeauty salonIvy Nails ................................................................................................215-509-62456830 Ridge AvenueNail salonJack Wheeler’s Hair Company ..........................................215-483-2886483 Krams Avenue Karen’s Hair Boutique .............................................................. 215-482-42475152 Ridge AvenueBeauty salonKC Carter6068 Ridge AvenueKim’s Nails ...........................................................................................215-482-41386164 Ridge AvenueKuts and Kolors Salon ...............................................................215-482-07956202 Ridge AvenueLA Bronze ..............................................................................................215-483-11086511 Ridge Avenuewww.labronzetanning.comLisa’s Nails .......................................................................................... 215-482-15636206 Ridge AvenueProfessional nail care and designsNatural Nail ..........................................................................................215-482-8191497 Domino LaneProfessional nail salonOllie’s Traveling Barber Shop ............................................610-764-59366007 Ridge Avenue
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WE DELIVER LIFE-SAVING
TREATMENTS WITH
LIFE-CHANGING OUTCOMES
THROUGHOUT THE REGION.
Roxborough
Ivy Ridge Shopping Center
7114 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128
215.298.5000
Conshohocken
1100 E. Hector Street
Suite 105
Conshohocken, PA 19428
610.828.2608
Location matters. No ifs about it.
Lankenau Medical Center
Paoli Hospital
Bryn Mawr Hospital
Riddle Hospital
Hair cuts custom designedwith you in mind
We care about the health of your hair.
483 KRAMS AVENUEBy Appointment 215-483-2886
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Pat Marino Unisex Salon .........................................................215-482-98686106 Ridge AvenueSalon Envy .........................................................................................215-482-72007028 Ridge AvenueSalon Expressions ........................................................................ 215-482-16367109 Ridge AvenueSplit Endz the Salon ....................................................................215-482-04006145 Ridge AvenueSun Tan City ......................................................................................215-482-28266024 Ridge Avenuewww.tanworld.comTanning salonSuper Cuts6024 Ridge Avenuewww.supercuts.comBeauty salon
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSCONSTRUCTION & HARDWAREAndy’s Plumbing and Heating .............................................. 215-508-05167041 Ridge Avenuewww.andysplumbingandheatinginc.comWe provide plumbing and heating service for residential and commercialBella Painting .................................................................................... 215-880-79526232 Ridge AvenueFlatiron Building Co. .................................................................... 215-508-51005189 Ridge Avenuewww.flatironbuildingco.comGeneral contractingMurphy Roofing ..............................................................................215-487-70006238 Ridge Avenuewww.murphyroofingcompany.comRoofing and siding companySherwin Williams Paints ............................................................ 215-483-02176024 Ridge Avenuewww.sherwinwilliams.comNational brand of paintsStanley’s Hardware ..................................................................... 215-482-12005553 Ridge Avenuewww.truevalue.comWe sell a variety of hardware productsSwift Remodeling Co. .................................................................215-487-33206216 Ridge Avenuewww.swiftremodeling.comSpecializing in windows, doors, carpentry and siding
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSRESTAURANTSJ.D. McGillicuddy’s .......................................................................267-335-2672473 Leverington Avenuewww.jdmcgillicuddys.comLisa’s Kitchen .................................................................................. 215-483-04565231 Ridge AvenueTake out breakfast and lunchPTG Restaurant and Catering ............................................215-487-22936813 Ridge Avenuewww.ptgrestaurantandcaterers.comSole II Soul Restaurant ...............................................................215-482-76856139 Ridge Avenue
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSASIAN CUISINEBeijing Garden ................................................................................215-508-55835911 Ridge AvenueChinese food restaurant take out and delivery
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Kings Palace
STANTON CUSTOM CLEANERS
“Best prices in town”6112 Ridge Avenue 215-483-9693
Specializes In: ▪ Suede/Leather ▪ Alterations ▪ Laundered shirts ▪ Gowns
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China House ..................................................................................... 215-509-66886001 Ridge AvenueChinese food restaurant take out and deliveryDream House Asian Bistro ....................................................215-482-73756127 Ridge Avenuewww.dream-house-asian-bistro.comChinese food restaurant take out and deliveryLucky Garden .................................................................................215-483-74706631 Ridge AvenueChinese food restaurant take out and deliveryNew Ruby ............................................................................................215-482-38007140 Ridge AvenueChinese restaurant
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSBob’s Diner ........................................................................................215-483-90026053 Ridge AvenueFamily friendly dining with great service and foodTaylor’s Café .......................................................................................215-483-14116144 Ridge Avenuewww.taylorcafe.netBreakfast and lunch
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSCOFFEEHOUSESCafé Roma Bakery ......................................................................215-482-32226147 Ridge AvenueA family-owned, full-line bakery operated for over 30 years that also sells pizelles, Italian pastries, coffee and espressoCrossroads Coffee House .................................................... 215-487-19236156 Ridge Avenuewww.crossroadsrox.comCoffee shop serving breakfast, lunch and dinner now provid-ing French press coffee and fresh broiche bread on the spotStarbucks Coffee .........................................................................215-487-08306024 Ridge Avenuewww.starbucks.comCoffee shop
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSPIZZARIASAll-Star Pizza and Restaurant ..............................................215-509-10005154 Ridge Avenuewww.allstarpizzaphilly.comPizza and restaurantMina’s Pizza and Restaurant ................................................ 215-482-70106151 Ridge Avenuewww.minaspizzamenu.comFull service pizza shop and restaurantMister P Pizza and Pasta ........................................................ 215-509-60007138 Ridge Avenuewww.misterppizza.comPapa John’s Pizza ........................................................................215-483-04006001 Ridge Avenuewww.papajohns.comPizza delivery and carry-outRoma’s Pizza .....................................................................................215-482-90226129 Ridge AvenueWe serve pizza, hoagies, steaks and wingsRoman’s Pizza ..................................................................................215-482-23236613 Ridge AvenuePizza shopTony Roni’s Pizza ...........................................................................215-483-3335499-A Domino Lanewww.tonyroni.com
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LICENSE RESTORATION
SPECIALIST
NOTARY PUBLIC
PUT YOUR FEET FIRSTDr. Josephine T. DePalma
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
ROXBOROUGH HOSPITAL MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING5735 RIDGE AVE., SUITE 210
www.roxboroughfootandankle.com
• Total Family Footcare• Corrective & Cosmetic Foot Surgery• Sports Medicine• Diabetic Footcare• Heel & Arch Pain• Orthotics
*Certified By American Board Of Podiatric Surgery
MOST INSURANCES ACCEPTEDCALL FOR APPOINTMENT!!
215-483-9610
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Zesto Pizza .......................................................................................267-335-33866024 Ridge Avenuewww.zestopizzaandgrill.comPizza, cheese steaks, hoagies, pasta and burgers
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSSANDWICHES/HOAGIES/WINGSBarry’s Steaks .................................................................................215-487-3278471 Leverington Avenue www.barrys-steaks.comCaplan Bagels .................................................................................. 215-487-1727499 Domino Lanewww.caplanbagels.comManhattan Bagel Company ................................................. 215-508-36336001 Ridge Avenuewww.manhattanbagel.comBagels, bread, salad, chillery, coffee and sandwichesPrimo Hoagies .................................................................................215-487-74666024 Ridge Avenuewww.primohoagies.comSubway .................................................................................................. 215-482-35156125 Ridge Avenuewww.subway.comWe serve hot and cold sandwiches, wraps and saladsThe Corner Grill ............................................................................215-482-04065243 Ridge AvenueServing breakfast and lunchWings To Go ...................................................................................... 215-487-17876001 Ridge AvenueWingstop ........................................................................................... 267-323-24486024 Ridge Avenuewww.wingstogo.comTake out hot wings, sandwiches and wraps
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSBAKERIES/ICE CREAM/WATER ICECafé Roma Bakery ......................................................................215-482-32226147 Ridge AvenueA family-owned, full-line bakery operated for over 30 years that sells pizzelles, Italian pastries, coffee and espressoCustard and Cakes Creamery .......................................... 215-487-19205461 Ridge Avenuewww.custardcakescreamery.comIce cream, frozen yogurt, ice cream cakes and novelties, everything is made on premisesDunkin Donuts .................................................................................215-482-05355643 Ridge Avenuewww.dunkindonuts.comWe sell donuts, sandwiches and soft drinksDunkin Donuts .................................................................................215-483-97506191 Ridge Avenuewww.dunkindonuts.comDunkin Donuts ...................................................................................215-508-38107104 Ridge Avenuewww.dunkindonuts.comRita’s Water Ice ..............................................................................215-482-36905420 Ridge Avenuewww.ritasice.comWe serve frozen desserts including water ice, custard and pretzels Rita’s Water Ice ..............................................................................215-482-40027132 Ridge Avenuewww.ritasice.comFrozen desserts
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6113 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128Phone: 215-482-2697, Fax: 215-482-8495
www.morrisonrx.comHours: Monday-Friday 8am to 6pm, Sat 8am-3pm, Sun Closed
• Prescriptions: New, Refill and Transferred• Accept most 3rd party prescription plans• FREE Daily prescription Delivery M-F• FREE Glucose Monitors, Diabetic Supplies• Durable Medical Equipment (DME)• Anti-Embolism Stocking• Fax, Copies, Weight Scale Services• Full-Line of OTC & Vitamins, Monthly Specials• Pay Your Bills • Little House Candles• Major Credit Cards Accepted • FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
Fast, Friendly, and Efficient Service!
Phone: (215) 483-7772gene@gilbertprintingservices.comwww.gilbertprintingservices.com
Single Color/ 4 Color ProcessShort, Medium and Long RunsMailing ServicesLayout & Design
Digital PrintingAdvertising Specialties
Hand FinishingScreen Printing
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DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSCATERINGEdible Arrangements ...............................................................215-483-57276153 Ridge Avenuewww.ediblearrangements.comMakes fruit arrangements for parties, gifts and other occasionsHistoric Langhurst Mansion .................................................215-487-05676012 Ridge AvenuePTG Restaurant Catering .......................................................215-487-22936813 Ridge Avenuewww.ptgrestaurantandcaterers.com
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSBARS & BEVERAGESCornerstone Inn .......................................................................... 267-437-29466080 Ridge AvenueFine Wine and Good Spirits .................................................215-482-23947146 Ridge Avenuewww.pawineandspirits.comWe sell name brand wines and spirits Foodery .............................................................................................. 215-482-45006148 Ridge AvenueOver 1,000 beersJ.D. McGillicuddy’s ........................................................................215-482-7500473 Leverington Avenuewww.jdmcgillicuddys.comPeck-Miller’s Bar ............................................................................ 215-483-57196119 Ridge AvenuePop Pop’s II .......................................................................................... 215-483-9129 6786 Ridge AvenueSpeedy Beverage ........................................................................215-483-76325408 Ridge AvenueWorld Wide Beverages ............................................................215-482-7373508 Green LaneBeverage retail store
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDRY CLEANING/LAUNDRY/SHOE REPAIRAward Dry Cleaners ................................................................... 215-483-17005711 Ridge AvenueDry cleaningHoliday Cleaners ..........................................................................215-482-77776511 Ridge AvenueIvy Ridge Cleaners ....................................................................... 215-482-93177128 Ridge AvenueProvides dry cleaning, tailoring and alteration servicesRippert’s Custom Tailoring ......................................................215-487-03117039 Ridge Avenuewww.rippertstailoring.comProvides custom men’s and women’s tailoring, dry cleaning and alteration servicesRox Wash and Dry ........................................................................ 800-561-3902491 Domino LaneRoxborough Laundromat .......................................................267-331-55426608 Ridge Avenuewww.roxboroughlaundromat.comRoxborough Shoe and Luggage Repair .....................215-482-26206116 Ridge Avenuewww.roxboroughshoeandluggagerepair.comShoes, luggage and bag repair Stanton Custom Cleaners .....................................................215-483-96936112 Ridge AvenueDry cleaning, laundry and alterations
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Sunrise Dry Cleaners ................................................................215-482-95836109 Ridge AvenueDry cleaning, laundry and alterations
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSFINANCIAL/LEGAL/INSURANCE/TAXESBANKSBeneficial Bank ..............................................................................267-385-98505873 Ridge Avenuewww.stedmondsfsb.comRetail bankCitizen’s Bank ..................................................................................215-483-82825801 Ridge Avenuewww.citizensbank.comWe provide the community with banking servicesCitizen’s Bank .................................................................................267-385-22466024 Ridge Avenuewww.citizensbank.comRetail bankContinental Bank .................................................................................215-487-11117135 Ridge Avenuewww.thecontinentalbank.comBanking servicesEast River Bank ...............................................................................215-482-94016137 Ridge Avenuewww.eastriverbank.comA community bank offering a full range of both consumer and commercial deposit products and loansTD Bank ................................................................................................215-508-74005501 Ridge Avenuewww.tdbank.comRetail bankWells Fargo ........................................................................................ 215-509-10406918 Ridge Avenuewww.wellsfargo.comRetail bankLEGALLaw Office of Michael VanBuskirk ..................................215-482-78006510 Ridge AvenueLaw Offices of McGill and LaNoce .................................. 215-483-10206064 Ridge Avenuewww.mcgillrealtor.comINSURANCEAll State Insurance - Michael McBride .........................215-487-7666516 Green Lanewww.allstate.comMcGill Real Estate and Insurance ....................................215-483-09706064 Ridge Avenuewww.mcgillrealtor.comInsurance agencyNationwide Insurance - Joseph Definis Agency ... 215-483-40406154 Ridge Avenuewww.nationwide.comWe provide automotive, home, life and commercial insurance for the Philadelphia area and surburbsPastore Auto Tags Insurance .............................................215-482-35006774 Ridge AvenueAutomotive tag and insurance agencyState Farm Insurance ...............................................................215-482-70006001 Ridge Avenuewww.statefarm.comProviding insurance and financial servicesTAXESH and R Block ...................................................................................215-483-92506185 Ridge Avenue
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McGill & Lanoce Law Offices
Adams Carpet
We’re All About Autos!
Michael VanBuskirk
215.482.7800 • Fax 482.3440 [email protected]
6510 RIDGE AVENUE • PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
ATTORNEY AT LAW
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Jackson Hewitt ..................................................................................215-877-41815927 Ridge Avenuewww.jacksonhewitt.comTax servicesLiberty Income Tax ...................................................................... 215-482-82916175 Ridge Avenuewww.libertytax.comTax servicesRichard W. Wade ..........................................................................215-508-53886822 Ridge AvenueWilliam J Mullen III Tax Services .......................................215-482-67645620 Ridge AvenueTax servicesOTHERAce Financial ..................................................................................215-483-44456121 Ridge AvenueAmerican Heritage 6901 Ridge AvenueInstant Cash ......................................................................................215-483-41426208 Ridge Avenuewww.instantcash.usBuying gold for cash
DINERSDINERSDINERSGROCERY & PHARMACY7-Eleven ................................................................................................ 215-482-99185632 Ridge Avenuewww.7-eleven.comConvenience store7-Eleven ...............................................................................................215-487-35336101 Ridge Avenuewww.7-eleven.comConvenience storeACME Markets ................................................................................. 215-487-71805927 Ridge Avenuewww.acmemarkets.comSupermarket that offers a variety of grocery products CVS Pharmacy .................................................................................215-483-41796701 Ridge Avenuewww.cvs.com24-hour drive thru pharmacy and store with 1-hour photosEZ Mini Market ...............................................................................215-483-06286160 Ridge AvenueMorrison Pharmacy ....................................................................215-482-26976113 Ridge Avenuewww.morrisonrx.comWe are the community pharmacy storeRite Aid Pharmacy ........................................................................ 215-487-19925911 Ridge Avenuewww.riteaid.comDrug retailRoxborough News Shop ..........................................................215-487-3220495 Domino LaneShop Rite .............................................................................................215-482-95706901 Ridge Avenuewww.shoprite.comThe supermarket that is commited to providing our communi-ty with a variety of products that makes shopping convenient and enjoyableSuperfresh ........................................................................................ 215-508-77827162 Ridge Avenuewww.superfreshfood.comGrocery storeWawa ..................................................................................................... 215-483-67006701 Ridge Avenuewww.wawa.com
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DINERSDINERSHEALTH & FITNESSGNC .......................................................................................................... 215-482-19925911 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia Sport and Social Club ................................215-483-93403800 Manayunk Avenuewww.playphillysports.comPlanet Fitness .................................................................................267-428-57006219 Ridge Avenuewww.planetfitness.comRoxborough YMCA ......................................................................215-482-39007201 Ridge Avenuewww.philaymca.org/roxboroughYoga on the Ridge .......................................................................215-792-6400493 Domino Lanewww.yogaontheridge.com
DINERSHOME AND GARDENAdam’s Carpet Center ............................................................215-482-34006604 Ridge Avenuewww.adamscarpetcenters.comCastellucci and Son Fine Furniture ...............................215-483-28426066 Ridge AvenueFurniture and bedding storeKitch-n-Collectibles ....................................................................267-335-23986131 Ridge AvenueVintage kitchen appliances, life magazines and collectibles Mr. Storage .......................................................................................888-854-49176758 Ridge Avenuewww.mrstorages.comOffers valuable storage service at a low pricePeechy Kleen ...................................................................................215-487-24225543 Ridge Avenue R and R Produce and Garden Center .............................215-508-13017100 Ridge Avenue RTA Cabinet Store ..........................................................................215-806-10005233 Ridge Avenuewww.rtacabinetstore.comImporter and distributor of kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanitiesSherwin Williams Paints ............................................................ 215-483-02176024 Ridge Avenuewww.sherwinwilliams.comSleepy’s ..................................................................................................215-509-10287100 Ridge Avenuewww.sleepys.comThe mattress retail store that sell the most wanted brands of mattresses with timeless quality that last a lifetimeStanley’s Hardware ..................................................................... 215-482-12005555 Ridge Avenuewww.truevalue.comRetail hardware
DINERSMEDICAL & DENTALAll About Dental Care ..............................................................215-482-03036181 Ridge Avenuewww.myfamilydentalcare.comBresler-Richmond Family Dental Center ....................215-483-66336801 Ridge Avenuewww.cavitybusters.comDental office
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Andorra Bargain Book store
Hearing Garden
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Dao Acupuncture Clinic ..........................................................215-882-28045235 Ridge Avenuewww.daoacupuncture.comAcupunctureDr. John.J Boron, DDS ................................................................215-487-3833516 Green LaneGeneral family dentistryDr. Josephine DePalma ............................................................. 215-483-96105735 Ridge Avenue Suite 210 Edward M Segal DDS and Associates ......................... 215-482-05046508 Ridge AvenueDental officeEinstein Community Healthcare Associates ...........215-487-14506001 Ridge AvenueHealthcare Great Life Chiropractic ..........................................................215-483-65506810 Ridge Avenuewww.greatlifechiropractic.comHorenstein, Doroshow, Cohen, and Lawson Medical Offices .................................................215-483-21137131 Ridge AvenueIntercommunity Action Inc. ...................................................215-487-09046012 Ridge Avenuewww.intercommunityaction.orgA community-based, private not-for-profit health and human services agencyJoseph Brogan DMD MS .........................................................215-482-85005912 Ridge Avenuewww.broganbraces.comJourney’s Way ................................................................................. 215-487-1750403 Rector Streetwww.journeys-way.orgOffers art classes including painting, ceramics, weaving and beadingMain Line Health ........................................................................... 215-298-50007114 Ridge AvenueManayunk Smiles ...........................................................................215-483-71745224 Ridge AvenueGeneral dentistry practiceModern Dental Concepts ....................................................... 215-483-19006162 Ridge AvenuePennsylvania Optometrics ..................................................... 215-483-16367142 Ridge Avenuewww.paoptometrics.comOptometric office which provides eye examinations, eye glasses and contact lensesPrimary Care of Roxborough .............................................. 215-487-18875458 Ridge AvenuePutterman Eye Associates ....................................................215-483-34006155 Ridge Avenuewww.doctorputterman.comVision care services and products, such as eyeglasses and contact lensesRoxborough Memorial Hospital ........................................215-483-99005800 Ridge Avenuewww.roxboroughmemorial.comSince its founding in 1890, Roxborough Memorial Hospital has provided comprehensive acute care and chronic care ser-vices with compassion to families in Northwest Philadelphia and Montgomery County.Stefanowicz, Elaine DDS ..........................................................215-483-83736904 Ridge AvenueThe Hearing Garden .................................................................. 215-482-19006009 Ridge Avenuewww.hearinggarden.com
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Toni Rust, DDS ................................................................................. 215-482-42505542 Ridge AvenueGeneral and cosmetic dentistry to build healthy smiles
PETS & VETERINARY SERVICESPaw Prints Professional Grooming .................................. 215-487-71206134 Ridge Avenuewww.pawprintsprofessionalgrooming.comWorld Wide Aquarium and Pets .......................................215-482-87007043 Ridge AvenueA full line of pet store products including premium pet food, small animals and fish as well as aquarium supplies
PRINTING & PHOTOGRAPHYAdvent .................................................................................................. 267-437-21276074 Ridge Avenuewww.adventrox.comAdvertising, events and entertainmentDavis J. Printing .............................................................................. 215-483-10066639 Ridge Avenuewww.jdavisprinting.comCommercial and personal printing services of all kind, we can take your idea and make it all happen on paperDynamic Advertising Solutions 267-331-60796060 Ridge Avenuewww.getdas.comFull-service advertising companyGilbert Printing Services ........................................................215-483-77725635 Ridge Avenuewww.gilbertprintingservices.comUPS Store ............................................................................................267-297-53556024 Ridge Avenuewww.ups.comProvides shipping, packing, notary and small business solu-tions
DINERSREAL ESTATE & ARCHITECTUREAtlantic States Realty ..................................................................215-806-10005233 Ridge Avenuewww.atlanticstatesrealty.comReal estate sales and rentalsEvergreen Home Buyers, LLC ...........................................267-385-72487123 Ridge Avenue Foyle and Foyle ..............................................................................215-482-64266234 Ridge Avenuewww.foylefoyle.comReal estate and insuranceGeorge James Realty ..............................................................267-582-32686226 Ridge Avenuewww.georgejamesrealty.managebuilding.comMcGill Real Estate and Insurance ....................................215-483-09706064 Ridge Avenuewww.mcgillrealtor.comPZS Architects LLC ........................................................................215-483-19155312 Ridge Avenuewww.pzsarchitects.comRealty Broker Direct ..................................................................215-487-72836100 Ridge Avenuewww.realtybrokerdirect.comA full service low fee brokerageStudio Torres LTD ........................................................................215-482-72555150 Ridge Avenuewww.studiotorres.comArchitectural and design firm
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DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSGORGAS PARK
Trees and GardensTot LotGazeboAthletic FieldsWar MemorialFarmers Market
Outdoor MoviesConcertsPicnicsBirthdaysWeddings
Gorgas Park is one of the essential pieces of Roxborough. It is right in the middle ofRoxborough and brings the community together with fun family activities every week. Such activities and scenery include:
View of Gorgas Park Gazebo
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US Spaces ........................................................................................... 215-829-88506120 Ridge Avenuewww.usspaces.com
DINERSDINERSELECTRONIC & HOBBIESRoxy Guitar ......................................................................................... 215-483-18897026 Ridge Avenuewww.roxyguitar.comT-Mobile ..............................................................................................215-483-48206024 Ridge Avenuewww.t-mobile.comPayment center and customer support center to handle all of your wireless and data needsThe Cellular Connection ........................................................215-483-88007126 Ridge Avenue Verizon Wireless ............................................................................215-482-04917110 Ridge Avenuewww.verizonwireless.comCell phone and cell phone accessory sales, service and tech-nical support
DINERSDINERSDINERSOTHER BUSINESSESBaxter Pest Control ................................................................... 267-297-67785462 Ridge AvenueKoller Funeral Home Inc. .........................................................215-482-52006835 Ridge Avenuewww.kollerfuneralhome.comFuneral homeLeverington Cemetery Co. ....................................................215-482-14896059 Ridge AvenueThe Review ........................................................................................215-483-7300www.roxreview.comRoxborough Home ........................................................................ 215-482-6615601 Leverington Avenue
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSNON-PROFITIntercommunity Action Inc. ....................................................215-487-09146012 Ridge Avenuewww.intercommunityaction.orgOffering service, programs, and resources in the areas of Behavioral Health/Drug and Alcohol, Intellectual and Develop-mental Disabilities and Older Adult Services since 1969Journey’s Way ................................................................................. 215-487-1750403 Rector Streetwww.journeys-way.orgOffers art classes including painting, ceramics, weaving and beadingManayunk- Roxborough Art Center .............................215-482-3363419 Green Lanewww.mrartcenter.comNorth Light Community Center ........................................215-483-4800175 Green Lanewww.northlightcommunitycenter.orgNorthern Children’s Services .............................................215-482-14235301 Ridge Avenuewww.northernchildren.orgProvides a safe haven for children and stabilizes families to build stronger communitiesRoxborough YMCA ......................................................................215-482-39007201 Ridge Avenuewww.philaymca.orgRoxborough Development Corporation ....................215-508-23586111 Ridge Avenuewww.roxborough.us
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Supports businesses along the Ridge Ave. Commercial Corri-dor by cleaning sidewalks, installing pedestrian lights, man-aging streetscape and landscape improvements, promoting local art, assisting in façade renovations, as well as providing technical assistance to businessesTabor Northern Community Partners .........................215-842-480057 East Armat Streetwww.tabornorthern.org
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSHOUSES OF WORSHIPAndorra Baptist Church .......................................................... 215-482-51638711 Ridge AvenueBaptistBethany Lutheran ........................................................................215-483-6968401 Martin Streetwww.bethany-lutheran-church-philadelphia.comLutheranChurch of St. Alban .....................................................................215-482-26276769 Ridge Avenuewww.churchofstalban.comEpiscopalCommunity Bible Fellowship .................................................215-482-14896035 Ridge AvenueBaptistFirst Presbyterian Church ..................................................... 215-483-5910Baker and DuPont StreetPresbyterianFull Gospel Worship Center ................................................ 215-483-44807860 Eva StreetAssemblies of GodGalilee Baptist Church .............................................................. 215-483-7178Roxborough and Mitchell StreetBaptistGreen Lane United Methodist ...........................................215-483-0999470 Green LaneMethodistHoly Family Catholic Church ............................................... 215-482-0405240 Hermitage StreetCatholicImmaculate Heart of Mary .................................................... 215-483-1000819 Cathedral RoadCatholicLeverington Presbyterian Church ..................................215-482-02936301 Ridge AvenuePresbyterianLiving Saviour Church ............................................................... 215-483-21324799 Silverwood Street IndependentMishkan Shalom ............................................................................. 215-508-02264101 Freeland AvenueJudaism Pilgrim Church ................................................................................215-483-88783815 Terrace StreetPresbyterianRidge Avenue United Methodist Church ....................215-482-26537805 Ridge Avenuewww.ridgeaveumc.orgMethodistRoxborough Bible Chapel ......................................................215-483-0825460 Flamingo Streetwww.roxbiblechapel.netIndependentRoxborough Presbyterian Church ..................................215-483-27628230 Ridge AvenuePresbyterian
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Saint Gregory the Illuminator .............................................215-482-92008701 Ridge AvenueAssemblies of God St. David’s .......................................................................................... 215-482-2345150 Dupont StreetEpiscopalSt. John the Baptist Catholic Church ............................215-482-4600146 Rector Streetwww.saintgregory-philly.orgCatholicSt. Josaphat Catholic Church ............................................ 215-483-4470124 Cotton Streetwww.stjosaphatschurch.comCatholicSt. Lucy’s Catholic Church ................................................... 215-483-0554155 Green LaneCatholicSt. Mary’s Catholic Church .................................................. 215-482-4264176 Conarroe StreetCatholicSt. Mary’s Episcopal ...................................................................215-482-6300630-E Cathedral RoadEpiscopalSt. Timothy’s ...................................................................................... 215-483-15295720 Ridge AvenueEpiscopalWissahickon Presbyterian Church .................................215-483-52525245 Ridge AvenuePresbyterian
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSELECTED OFFICIALS & GOVERNMENTCITY OF PHILADELPHIABureau Revision of Taxes ...................................................... 215-686-9283Philadelphia, PAwww.brtweb.phila.govAgency that allows you to appeal assessed taxesCommerce ...........................................................................................215-683-21001515 Arch Street 12th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102www.phila.gov/commerceSupports business setup, expansion or relocations and identi-fies financing and economic development programs and offers zoning and permit assistanceDistrict Attorney’s Office ....................................................... 215-686-80003 S. Penn SquarePhiladelphia, PA 19107-3499www.phila.gov/districtattorneyRepresentation for prosecution on criminal casesHealth Department ..................................................................... 215-686-5000www.phila.gov/healthRegulates and inspects conditions in restaurants, as well as institutions and conducts food safety certification programsLicenses and Inspection ......................................................... 215-686-86861401 JFK BoulevardMunicipal Services Building 14th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19102www.phila.gov/liReviews and approves zoning and building permits for new construction, issues and renews licenses; business privilege license, vendor’s license, sidewalk cafe, zoning permit and use registration permitManaging Director’s Office .................................................215-686-3480Philadelphia, PAwww.phila.gov/mdoThe office of special events serves as a catalyst to encourage interdepart-mental collaboration through the coordination of the production of films, commercials, parades, festivals, concerts and many other special events
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Mayor Michael Nutter ................................................................. 215-686-2181Room 215 City HallPhiladelphia, PA 19107Mayor’s Business Action Team ...........................................215-683-21001515 Arch Street 12th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102Office of Councilman Curtis Jones Jr. ........................215-685-25475462 Ridge AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19128Parks and Recreation ............................................................... 215-683-36001515 Arch Street 10th Floor Philadelphia PA 19102www.phila.gov/recreation/index.htmlObtaining permits for the use of all the baseball and softball fields as well as tennis courtsPhiladelphia Parking Authority ....................................... 1-888-591-3636Philadelphia, PA 19101www.philapark.orgProvides residents, businesses and visitors to Philadelphia with comprehensive parking management servicesRevenue ...............................................................................................215-686-64421401 JFK Boulevard Municipal Services BuildingPhiladelphia, PAwww.phila.govThe department that collects residential and business taxes and accepts applications for refund petitions on prior years taxesRoxborough Development Corporation ....................215-508-23586111 Ridge AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19128Streets .................................................................................................. 215-686-55601401 JFK BoulevardMunicipal Services Building 7th FloorPhiladelphia PAwww.phila.gov/streetsCollects and disposes of residential and commercial rubbish also responsible for all traffic control devices on surface streets, and approves street closure permits for block par-tiesCOMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIARevenue ............................................................................................... 215-560-2056110-N 8th StreetSuite 204-\APhiladelphia PAwww.revenue.state.pa.usMission is to fairly, efficiently and accurately administer the tax laws and other revenue programs of the commonwealth to fund necessary government servicesState Representative Pam DeLissio ...............................215-482-87266511 Ridge AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19128E-mail: [email protected] Senator Shirley Kitchen ................................................ 215-227-61611701 West Lehigh Avenue, Suite 104Philadelphia, PA 19132E-mail: [email protected] Senator Vincent Hughes ........................................... 215-879-7777Parkside Lofts4950 Parkside Avenue, Suite 300Philadelphia, PA 19131E-mail: [email protected] GOVERNMENTSenator Pat Toomey ......................................................................215-241-10908 Penn Center1628 John F.Kennedy Blud., Suite 1702Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Senator Robert Casey ..............................................................215-405-96602000 Market Street, Suite 1870US Representative Chaka Fattah District Office 215-387-64044104 Walnut Street Philadelphia PA 19104Washington DC office ................................................................202-225-40012301 Rayburn HOBWashington, DC 20515WARD LEADERS - 21ST WARDDemocrat Lou Agre ...................................................................215-732-2535Republican Walter Vogler Jr. ..............................................215-482-2834NUISANCE NUMBERSAbandoned Car/Police Department ..............................215-686-2751Abandoned Lot/Managing Director .......................................................311Abandoned/Dangerous Building/Licenses and Inspections 311Barking or Stray Dog/Animal Control .........................267-385-3800Dead Animal/Animal Control .............................................267-385-3800Drug Property/Public Nuisance Task Force ........... 215-686-8000Foul Odor, Business/Health Department ................... 215-683-5135Gambling/Police Vice Enforcement .............................. 215-685-9900Graffiti Cleaning/Managing Director 2 ........................... 15-686-0000Illegal Electrical Hook-up/PECO .................................... 1-866-414-1854Insects/Vector Control ............................................................ 215-685-9000Loud Noise, Business/Health Department ............... 215-823-7583Loud Noise, Home/Street/ Police Department ................................911Neighbor Dispute/Human Relations Comm. ............215-686-4670Nuisance Bar/Liquor Control Enforcement ........... 215-726-6200Potholes/Streets Department ......................................................................311Prostitution/City Wide Vice ....................................................215-685-1100Rats/Vector Control ................................................................... 215-685-9000Trash Violations/Neighborhood Services .........................................311Uncollected Trash or Recyclables/Streets Department ........311Unshoveled Sidewalks/Streets Department ....................................311Unwanted Handbills/Licenses and Inspections ...215-686-2404
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSASSOCIATIONSCentral Roxborough Civic Association ........................ 215-482-6381www.crca.usE-mail: [email protected] of Gorgas Park www.gorgaspark.comJourney’s Way ................................................................................. 215-487-1750403 Rector Streetwww.journeys-way.orgManayunk Neighborhood Council ................................... 215-487-2125www.manayunkcouncil.orgE-mail: [email protected] Philadelphia NetworkRidge Park Civic Association ..............................................215-483-3905E-mail: [email protected] BID Advisory Council ..................................215-483-2886Roxborough Development Corporation ....................215-508-23586111 Ridge Avenuewww.roxborough.usSupports businesses along the Ridge Ave. Commercial Corri-dor by cleaning sidewalks, installing pedestrian lights, man-aging streetscape and landscape improvements, promoting local art, assisting in façade renovations, as well as providing technical assistance to businessesTwenty- First Ward Community Council ....................215-842-3262Wissahickon Interested Citizens Association ...........215-487-0211Wissahickon Neighbors Civic Association ................215-429-1054www.e-wnca.orgE-mail: [email protected]
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DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSSPORTS & RECREATIONGorgas ParkRidge Avenue at Hermitage Streetwww.gorgaspark.comAmenities include gazebo, tot lot, war memorial, gardens, park house and ball fieldArrow Athletic FieldMagdalena StreetJourney’s Way ................................................................................. 215-487-1750403 Rector Streetwww.journeys-way.orgHillside Recreation Facility ....................................................215-685-2596201 Fountain StreetKendrick Recreation Cebnter .............................................215-685-25845822-24 Ridge AvenueAmenities include baseball field, soccer field, swimming pools(outdoor), volleyball courts, basketball court, tennis courts, football fields and softball diamondKelly ParkParker and Mitchell StreetKendrick Recreation Center5800 Ridge AvenueRoxborough YMCA ......................................................................215-482-39007201 Ridge Avenuewww.philaymca.org/roxboroughLa Noce Park5119 Rochelle AvenueMcDevitt Pool ....................................................................................215-685-21973531 Scotts LanePhiladelphia, PA 19129No Name ParkRochelle Avenue and Sumac Street(Roxborough)Pachella Fields6839 Henry AvenueRoxborough Dog Park4117-4175 Mitchell StreetWalnut Lane Golf Course800 Walnut LaneOffers an 18-hole, par 62 course, the course rating is 59.9 and it has a slope rating of 91 on blue grassWesterman Field4750 Pechin St. (Pechin & Hermitage)Roxborough Football FieldWissahickon Neighbor’s Park/Woodland Lot3901 Terrace StreetWissahickon Valley Park ..........................................................215-247-0417YMCA Athletic Fields7201 Ridge Avenue
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSLIBRARIES & POST OFFICEAndorra Free Library of Philadelphia .........................215-685-2552705 E. Cathedral RoadRoxborough Free Library of Philadelphia ................215-685-25506245 Ridge AvenueUS Postal Service ..........................................................................215-508-04676180 Ridge Avenue
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DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSSCHOOLS - ELEMENTARYAMY Northwest .............................................................................215-487-76006000 Ridge Avenuewww.webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/a/amynwPrincipal: Jodan FloydEnrollment: 285Cook-Wissahickon Elementary ........................................ 215-487-4463201 E.Salaignac Streetwww.webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/c/cookwissahickonPrincipal: Karen ThomasGreen Woods Charter School ...........................................215-482-63378480 Hagy’s Mill Roadwww.greenwoodscharter.org/contactus.aspPrincipal: Jean WallaceEnrollment: 465Mission: To provide children in grades K through 8 with the opportunity to be active, knowledgeable and conscientious young investigators by fostering a keen understanding of the interrelatedness and interdependence of our local and global existence. Holy Child Catholic School .....................................................215-487-2796242 Hermitage Streetwww.holychildmyk.orgPrincipal: Sister Barbara Anne QuinnEnrollment: 278Mission: Through the active participation of parents, stu-dents, pastors and staff, and guided by the Holy Spirit, endeavors to provide a Christ-centered learning environ-ment that considers the whole child: Mind, Body and Spirit. We strive to model the Love of Jesus Christ to one another through our words and actions. Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School ............215-482-2029815 Cathedral Roadwww.ihmschool.orgPrincipal: Laura ClarkEnrollment: 490Mission: To instill Catholic values through education. As edu-cators and parents we are committed to a partnership that develops and nurtures the unique God-given gifts and abili-ties of our children, so they may live in the 21 st century with a positive self-image as responsible members of society. James Dobson Elementary School ............................... 215-487-44604667 Umbria Streetwww.webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/d/dobsonPrincipal: Patricia CruiceEnrollment: 292Mission: To empower James Dobson School students to be responsible, cooperative and respectful. Shawmont Elementary ............................................................ 215-487-4466535 Shawmont Avenuewww.webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/s/shawmontPrincipal: Eileen HoffmanEnrollment: 563Mission: To provide an outstanding neighborhood school education for students from many neighborhoods of the city. The daily expectations are that every student will achieve academic proficiency and responsible citizenship in a chal-lenging, yet nurturing environment. Students, with the support of parents, teachers, staff, and administrators, will develop a love of learning, and an appreciation of the arts and culture, technical proficiency, and personal competence.
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DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSSCHOOLS - HIGH SCHOOLSLankenau High School .............................................................215-487-4465201 Spring Lanewww.webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/l/lankenauPrincipal: Karen DeanEnrollment: 315Mission: A place where all students can learn and achieve at high levels.Roxborough High School ........................................................215-487-44646498 Ridge Avenuewww.webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/schools/r/roxboroughPrincipal: Dana JenkinsEnrollment: 618Mission: To provide a safe, supportive learning environment in which educational programs, resources and experience will enable students to become confident, responsible and productive citizens.
DINERSDINERSDINERSDINERSUNIVERSITIESPhiladelphia University ...............................................................215-951-27004201 Henry Avenuewww.philau.eduMission: Philadelphia University is a student-centered institu-tion that prepares graduates for successful careers in an evolving global marketplace.St. Joseph’s University ...............................................................610-660-10005600 City AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19131www.sju.eduMission: A love of learning and of the highest intellectual and professional achievement; moral discernment reflecting Christian values; and a transforming commitment to social justice.
DINERSDINERSDINERSEMERGENCY SERVICESFire and Police ......................................................................................................... 9116666 Ridge Avenue5th Police District ......................................................................... 215-686-30506666 Ridge Avenue
DINERSDINERSTRANSPORTATIONSEPTA ..................................................................................................... 215-580-7800Bus 9 • Andorra to Center City and Independence MallBus 27 • Plymouth Meeting Mall and Barren Hill to Center CityBus 32 • Roxborough to Center CityBus 35 • Manayunk, Roxborough, Wissahickon Transfer CenterBus 65 • 69th Street terminal to GermantownR6 • Norristown/ Manayunk line to/from Center City Philadelphia
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DINERSABOUT ROXBOROUGH
A STABLE COMMUNITY
Sandwiched between the Schuylkill River and Fairmount Park, Roxborough is a superb place to settle and expe-rience a satisfying life in Northwest Philadelphia. Over 38,000 middle-class residents live in Roxborough in over 16,000 housing units. Families stay in Roxborough from one generation to the next and welcome new residents with open arms. Crime statistics rank the Roxborough community as the safest neighborhood in the City where children play in the street and elderly residents relax on the porch on summer nights.
NOTABLE SCHOOLS
Roxborough has a mix of outstanding public, charter, and parochial elementary and middle schools, which provide diverse educational options for our children. We are close to Philadelphia University, Drexel Medical College, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, the William Penn and Germantown Friends schools, and the Academy High school.
SHOPPING AND DINING
Roxborough has business districts along Ridge Avenue and at the Andorra Shopping Center, which supports day-to-day shopping needs.
ART, CULTURE, RECREATION AND PARKSThe Wissahickon Valley, considered the crown jewel of the Fairmount Park system is directly adjacent to Roxborough in which it lays beautiful and natural wood-lands. With all this Roxborough has abundant resources to suit you and your family’s playful qualities like:
RoxArt Gallery Walnut Lane Golf CourseHiking/JoggingCycling/Mountain bikingHorseback ridingBoy & girl scouting troopsManayunk Roxborough Art Center Schuylkill Center for Environmental EducationDelaware Valley Opera CompanyRoxborough Mens’ ChorusRoxborough OrchestraFree Library of Philadelphia branchesChildrens’ sporting teamsKendrick Recreational CenterFishingBird watchingRoxborough YMCA
RELIGIOUS INSTITUTIONS
Roxborough has houses of worship of various denominations, many with historic roots to support the spiritual needs of the community.
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DINERSABOUT ROXBOROUGH
TRAVEL CONVENIENCE
For those who need to travel to other places, Rox-borough is one of the most convenient locations in Philadelphia. It is a gateway to all points of the lo-cal compass. There is quick access to the Schuylkill Expressway, which can take you to the Philadelphia Airport, Pocono Mountains, the western Suburbs and the Jersey Shore. Multiple SEPTA busses and two re-gional rail stations serve the community make getting to Center City and to the King of Prussia and Plymouth Meeting Malls very accessible.
Come, visit Roxborough and see for yourself
Roxborough Development Corporation, 6111 Ridge Av-enue, Philadelphia, PA 19128, (215) 508-2358 (Phone) (215) 508-0701 (Fax), www.roxborough.us
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ROXBOROUGH DEMOGRAPHICSPhysical FeatureLand Area: ........................................................ 7.0 sq. mi. Annual Average Temperature: ......... 54.3 °F Population Total Population: 39,004Male Population: 47.30%Female Population: 52.70%Square Miles: 6.83Population Density: 5,706.50Median Age: 38 Age DistributionAge 0-11: .................... 12.40%Age 12-24: ............... 16.38%Age 25-44: ............30.38%Age 45-64: ............25.13%Age 65-84: .............. 12.90%Age 85+: .....................2.79% Race White:....................................................................................... 84.82%Black or African American: .........................................7.72%American Indian and Alaska Native: ...................0.1 7%Asian: ............................................................................................ 3.57%Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander: ....0.08%Other:........................................................................................... 3.64%Hispanic: ..................................................................................... 3.19% Housing UnitsTotal: 18,301Occupied Units: 97.04%Vacant Units: 2.96% HOUSEHOLDS EmploymentEmployment Potential (Age 16+): 32,551Unemployed: 5.51%White Collar: 85.55% Blue Collar: 14.45%Self-Employed: 3.81%Local Government: 10.64%State Government: 1.38%Federal Government: 2.46% Household IncomeMedian House Income: $63,471Average House Income: $75,052Per Capita Household Income: $34,172
IncomeUnder $15,000: ...............................9.84%$15,000-$24,999: ...........................6.99%$25,000-$34,999: ..........................7.49%$35,000-$49,999: ........................14.24%$50,000-$74,999: ........................ 21.23%$75,000-$99,999: ........................ 16.47%$100,000-$124,999: ..................... 12.08%$125,000-$149,999: ........................5.61%$150,000-$199,999: .......................3.40%$200,000 +: .......................................2.65% Education (Age 25+) Did Not Complete High School: ................ 12.44%Completed High School: ...............................30.63%Some College: ....................................................... 15.40%Completed Associate Degree: ..................6.29%Completed Bachelors Degree: ................ 21.56%Completed Graduate Degree: ................ 13.68% Source: www.clrsearch.com/Philadelphia_Demographics/PA/19128
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Member FDIC. Citizens Bank is a brand name of RBS Citizens, N.A. and Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. 380458
Around here, being a neighbor means more than sharing a street name.Visit one of our local branches:
Roxborough Main 6052 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia Pa 19128 267-385-2255
Roxborough 5801 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia Pa 19128 215-483-8282
Andorra 8345 Ridge Ave Philadelphia , PA 19128 215-483-1200
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