Where to Watch the Fireworks on July 4thThe fireworks finale at the Philadelphia Museum of Art is sure to draw a massive crowd, so be sure to stake your spot out early. Check out our interactive guide or continue reading for a few of our favorite spots to catch the show:

• Benjamin Franklin Parkway: You can stake out a spot anywhere along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway from Logan Circle to Eakins Oval. The entire street is shut down in honor of the celebration. Tip: try to grab a spot at the baseball fields at 22nd and the Parkway.

• Paine’s Park: A gorgeous skatepark and recreation space off the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Paine’s Park is directly in the shadow of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, offering spectacular views of the July 4th Grand Finale.

• Martin Luther King Drive: This is another great place, right across the the Schuylkill River from gorgeously lit Boathouse Row. Anyone driving in from the suburbs will find it convenient to settle in along here for the evening.

• Schuylkill River Park: There’s lots of grass along the banks for comfortable viewing, with a beautiful view of the Art Museum. It’s a super convenient spot for Center City residents, since it’s accessible via the Walnut Street Bridge, Race Street crossing and other connectors.

• Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park: There’s a a gorgeous mansion, and lots of space to set up your lawnchairs. One advantage of this site is the elevation. Bring a BBQ!

• Kelly Drive: There are many places along the river with great views of the display, including Boathouse Row and the open field at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Sedgley Drive.

• Belmont Plateau: Part of Fairmount Park in West • Philadelphia, the elevated fields at Belmont Plateau

should have plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the fireworks from a distance.

• Embassy Suites Philadelphia: Located seven blocks from the Philadelphia Museum of Art straight down the Parkway, the Embassy Suites hotel offers a fantastic view of the fireworks. Staycation perhaps?

Source: www.visitphilly.com

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Health Tip of the MonthEat Healthy! Here are some tips to help you improve your diet.• Make half your plate fruits and veggies• Make at least half your grains whole• Switch to skim or 1% milk• Vary your protein food choices.

Resources: • MyPlate: A tool to show consumers the

recommended portion for each food group: protein, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and dairy.

• MoreMatters: A site providing information on how to in clude more fruits and vegetables in your diet.

• Dietary Guidelines for Americans: The recommendations are intended to help people choose an overall healthy diet.

Source: doh.dc.gov

Housekeeping TipsHow to Clean the Kitchen In the kitchen, wiping surfaces, keeping tabs on the fridge and washing dishes every day will prevent big time-consuming messes down the lineKeep dishes clean: If you’re a person who tends to let dishes pile up in the sink to avoid washing them, try this trick: For a few days, set a timer before you begin washing the dishes. If you know the task will take just minutes to complete, it will be less difficult to convince yourself to take care of them.How to Clean a Burned Pot: Cover the burned area with baking soda and fill the pot a third to halfway up with boiling water. When the water is cool enough to touch, use your sponge to scrub away the scorch. Then wash the pot with hot, soapy water.Clean your sink: The sink, especially the faucet, should be cleaned more often, considering it’s something we touch with raw-chicken-covered hands. Sponges should be cleaned frequently, too, either by running them through the dishwasher or microwave. If you use a microwave, first make sure the sponge does not contain any metal, then get the sponge very wet and nuke it for two minutes; be careful when you remove it, as it will be hot.Keep Surfaces Clean: Wipe your counter and stovetops with an all-purpose cleaner after use. Stovetops in particular benefit from this type of regular, quick cleaning, as splatters, drips and grease become baked on when left too long.How to clean a stovetop: Something tough will be required to scour away baked-on splatters and greasy film. A Dobie Pad, which is a nonscratch scrubbing sponge, combined with a gentle powder cleanser will make short work of stubborn messes. Tackle the refrigerator: An easy way to keep tabs on a refrigerator is to add one simple task to your trash day routine: When bagging up the garbage, look in the fridge. Are there leftovers that have gone bad? Toss them. How to Clean Spills in the Refrigerator: When sticky spills happen in the fridge or pantry, make short work of cleaning them by soaking a sponge or rag in very hot water then wringing it out. Press the sponge onto the sticky spot then wipe the spill away. If it’s still clinging stubbornly, repeat as needed until the substance loosens up, and then wipe clean.

Source: A Smarter Way to Clean Your House, https://www.nytimes.com/well/guides/how-to-clean

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Monthly Quote

Management and Resident Services wish a “Happy Birthday”

to all residents born in July!

Newsletter for Columbus Property Management Residents July 2017

Volume 1, Issue 10Table of Contents

Page 2Where to Watch Fireworks on the 4th

Monthly Quote

Page 3Tips & Ideas

How to Clean the Kitchen

Tips to Improve Your Diet

Page 4Recipe of the Month: Chicken Bruschetta

Financial Tips

Never Write a Rent Check Again

Grievance Policy

July is the First Full Month of Summer!Follow these easy tips to help you stay cool!

1. Ice fan: If you place a bowl or tray of ice in front of a blowing fan your room will become cooler as the ice melts.2. Shut out the heat: Keep blinds and curtains closed during the day as a preventative measure to stop your room from overheating.3. Get in the shade: It’s advisable to step into the shade between 11am and 3pm from March to October. In the US, this is the time of the day when the sun is strongest.

4. Eat small meals regularly: Your body warms up as it works to process larger meals. Metabolic heat is needed to break down food, so eating smaller portions can help keep you cooler.

5. Choose cotton: Opting for lightweight cotton clothing is the best option when it’s scorching outside. Avoid dark colors and keep summery with whites and creams, as these are more likely to reflect the sun’s radiation.

6. Keep hydrated: Sweating can cause dehydration, making you more susceptible to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Drinking cool glasses of water throughout the day can be enough to bring your body temperature down.

7. Get low: Hot air rises, so get down as low as you can to make sure you’re surrounded by cool air. Sleep on the floor, or even head downstairs, if you’re getting desperate to escape the heat.

8. Rinse your wrists: Washing either your wrists or your feet with cold water before you hit the hay can help you to cool down and drift off.

9. Keep your feet cool: There are plenty of pulse points around the feet and ankles, so dunking your feet into an ice bucket can help take your temperature down.

10. Breathe deep: Inhale through the mouth and exhale through the nose to create a refreshing effect. In theory, when taking in breath this way, your saliva should help cool the air before it’s taken to your lungs.

11. Keep your moisturisers in the fridge: On a hot day, you get a bit of much-need-ed rejuvination by applying a cold moisturiser to your body. Keeping your prod-ucts in the fridge will create this cooling effect without any hassle.

12. Get a hand-held fan: This helps to make you feel more comfortable with minimal effort. It’s not advisable to use your hands to fan yourself, as this repetitive motion will just make your body temperature increase.

Source: thesun.co.uk

Chicken BruschettaIngredients:• 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil• Juice of 1 lemon, divided• kosher salt• Freshly ground black pepper• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness• 3 roma tomatoes, diced• 4 slices provoloneDirections:1. In a small bowl, combine oil, half the lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and Italian seasoning and whisk to combine. Transfer to a large re-sealable bag along with chicken; seal and chill, 30 minutes.2. Transfer chicken to a preheated grill and discard excess marinade. Grill chicken over medium-high heat until cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes per side.3. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and remaining lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. While chicken is still on grill, top each breast with 1 slice provolone and cover grill until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Top chicken with tomato mixture and serve.

Source:www.delish.com

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Monthly Financial TipsWe all have habits, some better than others. The important thing is how you acknowledge and manage them. Just take it one step at a time.

Overcome your Takeout Tendency• Buy instant meals at the grocery

store, they are cheaper and efficient.

• If you want takeout once in a while pick it up instead of getting delivery and save a couple bucks.

• Decide not to get take out before you get hungry. Once you’re hungry you’ll see take out as the only option.

• Keep water or drinks in your car instead of buying them while you are out.

• Keep a snack with you to eat on the way home from work.

• Keep fast and easy recipes and ingredients on hand for quick and easy meals.

• Plan meals for the week and grocery shop on Sunday.

• Cook a bunch of food or soups, freeze them and bring them out on nights when you are too busy or tired to cook.

Source:Feedthepig.org

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Grievance Procedure for ResidentsA resident may ask CPM to reconsider any adverse decision should a dispute not be resolved through normal procedures at the site level. Request for reconsideration must be in writing and must set forth the specific reasons why the resident or prospective resident believes the decision was in error. Any reconsideration request must be limited to the allegation and issues directly related to the alleged adverse action. The complainant must identify all relevant information that he or she believes is incorrect or that was omitted from previous consideration. The request must include all new and material information believed to support the reconsideration request. All grievances will be reviewed by a company officer and will be responded to within 10 business days of receipt. Please direct all grievances to: Columbus Property Management, Attn: Grievance/ Complaint, 2042-48 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 or by email to: corporate@columbuspm.org