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David Contosta has been teaching history at Chestnut Hill College for 51 years. He’s also likely the most prolific author in the area.
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by Len Lear
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5/15/25
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Award-winning author and activist Dr. Ibram X. Kendi will discuss his latest book, “Malcolm Lives!: The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers.”
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by Anita Nicholson
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5/8/25
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Halfway through Kate Sprandio Ells’ freshman year at Chestnut Hill College, she realized her true passion lay in a creative field.
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by Maggie Dougherty
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5/1/25
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Sure, the boys of summer are back, but Rabbi Rebecca Alpert wants you to know about “The Kid” of summer.
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by Wendy Rosenfield
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5/1/25
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Mt. Airy author Lynn Gregory will appear at booked, 8511 Germantown Ave. on Saturday, April 19, 11 a.m., to discuss her third historical novel, “You've Found Her.”
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by Len Lear
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4/17/25
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In a world often filled with challenges, pursuing joy sometimes can feel like an elusive dream. Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts is working on it, for herself and others.
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by Buffy Gorrilla
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4/17/25
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When a test car driver who moonlighted as a belly dancer died of lupus at just 44, her sister began to suspect something beyond mere medical bad luck was at work.
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by Len Lear
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3/27/25
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MacArthur Fellow and acclaimed author Kiese Laymon will appear in conversation with educator and activist Marc Lamont Hill to discuss Laymon’s new picture book.
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3/27/25
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According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in every 36 children, and at least 2% of adults in the U.S., have autism spectrum disorder.
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by Len Lear
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3/13/25
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In her new book "Milkweed and Honey Cake," West Mt. Airy resident Wendy Horwitz explores how ritual transforms everyday moments into something sacred.
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by Len Lear
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2/27/25
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Northwest Philadelphia's vibrant literary scene takes center stage this month with a powerful lineup of authors, poets, and artists.
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2/20/25
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Activist and entrepreneur Shiza Shahid will discuss her new cookbook during an author chat on Feb. 21.
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2/13/25
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Combining pizza-making with social justice, award-winning Down North Pizza founder Muhammad Abdul-Hadi will launch his debut cookbook.
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2/6/25
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Now, the Philadelphia native has released "The Unsettled," a sweeping narrative that's drawing critical acclaim.
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1/23/25
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People I have talked to who own or have owned pit bulls say they are sweet and friendly, just like almost all other dogs.
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by Len Lear
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1/23/25
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Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books kicks off its 2025 season with yet another high-profile event with National Book Award winner Imani Perry.
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1/9/25
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![Chaz told us, “I would like to mention my wife, Sarah [seen here], for bearing with me while I took a walk down a very traumatic memory lane in writing this book.”](https://alpha.creativecirclecdn.com/chestnuthilllocal/medium/20241204-010556-8ad-Sarah.jpg)
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Chaz Holesworth is a popular mail carrier in Glenside who occasionally delivers books, but now has his own book to deliver.
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by Len Lear
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12/5/24
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Jimmy Pack still remembers "The Day After," a 1983 TV movie about nuclear war. That terror has evolved into a scholarly pursuit.
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by Len Lear
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12/5/24
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A charming menagerie of animal artwork at Little Wares, 8117 Germantown Ave., reveals the magical touch of West Mt. Airy artist Allyn Howard.
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by Len Lear
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11/21/24
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You might say that artist Richard Metz likes to crow about his paintings and prints.
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by Len Lear
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11/14/24
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