Business Spotlight

Featured Business
State Farm

Stephanie chose State Farm because, while she was working there, she experienced a fire and was insured with State Farm. She got to understand firsthand how important it is to have the proper coverage from the best company, through an agency who really cares. In her job, Stephanie saw that the policies she helped people recieve really came through in the worst times. Stephanie commented, “My job is helping people in the most stressful and devastating times. I get to bring hope for the future in times when it’s hard to see past all the devastation.” She stresses the importance of having life and disability insurance, especially if someone has a family that financially depends on them. 

Stephanie grew up in East Norriton but attended high school at Mount St. Joseph Academy in Flourtown. She knew she wanted to stay in Montgomery county because she was familiar with the area and had school friends who grew up in Glenside. Stephanie loves the small town feel and how close knit the community is. She likes working in Glenside because it’s an area with other small business owners who collectively want to work on beautifying the community.

They all try to contribute time and energy to support the Downtown Glenside Foundation to plan events that give back to the local community members. She says, “They support us, the local small business owners, and encourage community members to support as well. My team and I feel like family here, which is synonymous with how we treat our customers.”

Stephanie and other Glenside members are preparing for their Halloween event, “Glenside’s Howl-o-ween Pet Promenade.” This is the first Halloween event, and it’s open to not just pets but to all to come to have some fun. It will be held on Saturday, October 22, from 11 pm-2 pm. Stephanie and her team will be at the event, giving away candy and pumpkins to the kids and “doggy bags” for the pets. Make sure you come to the event and bring your friends and family because it’s sure to be a good time! 

 

Fall Events 2022

Neighborhood Eats

Featured Restaurant
TreVi

Gina Burke, one of the co-owners of TreVi, recommends the Chicken Saltimbocca for chicken lovers or the Penne Seafood Bolognese for pasta lovers. Their pizza was also recognized in Philadelphia Magazine for its delectable sauce, so if you like pizza, try their traditional or Margherita pizza! They also offer a few special dishes seasonally throughout the year. If you cannot make it in person, TreVi has an online ordering system on their website, trevibyob.com! 

TreVi is always happy to support great causes for the benefit of those in the Glenside area. On October 12, TreVi sponsored the Glenside Library, with 10% of all sales that day benefitting the library directly. Additionally, throughout October, TreVi will honor breast cancer survivors by handing out pink ribbons to all patrons, along with donating a portion of their proceeds to breast cancer awareness and research. The aforementioned co-owner Gina Burke has a special connection with and passion for this cause as a two-time breast cancer survivor. Lastly, TreVi will run a fundraiser for drug addiction and recovery in November.

Come out and enjoy some quality time at TreVi, where they make you feel like you’re part of the family! 

Arcadia Student

Featured Glenside Resident
Harper Jones

Harper Jones is a fourth-year Arcadia student pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Acting with a concentration in Musical Theater. She was recently cast in the University production Into the Woods, directed by Kevin Glaccum.  The show ran from October 6 to October 9.

Although the Into the Woods performances dates are past us, Jones believes any Glenside local who attended would have been thrilled to notice parallels between the universe on stage and the one they live in. Both worlds have a spectacular sense of community and incredible small businesses. Jones says that one of the perks of Glenside has been the events such as the Food Truck Festival, which celebrates the town's hub. 

In the play, Harper portrayed the Witch, who was a person in tune with her garden, nature, and magic. So, if you ever think you saw the Witch around Glenside, Jones could confirm you would most likely have encountered her at the Soul Seed, Glenside's Crystal Shop on 12 Easton Glenside Avenue, Glenside, PA 19038.



"One of the perks of Glenside has been the events such as the Food Truck Festival, which celebrates the town's hub."

       

On the other hand, if you ever saw the actress from Into the Woods, Harper Jones, it would probably be "strolling down Downtown Glenside on a bright and sunny day." The young performer loves to check out local businesses, pamper herself at the local nail shops, and then finish the day with the cherry on top as she grabs food at the Glenside Pub at 122 South Easton Road, Glenside, PA 19038.

Regardless if you find yourself more like Harper or her character, the Witch, Glenside has countless alternatives to present you with. The town gives you the chance to be whoever you want to be! Whether this is a Witch who takes care of her nails at the local nail shops or a Witch who would prefer to spend her time enhancing her crystal collection. 

Even though Into the Woods just recently completed its run, another exciting performance is coming up. Dancing at Lughnasa is directed by Megan Bellwoar and runs from November 17 to November 20.  Keep your eye out for tickets.

Blast from the Past

A Day In the Life

I met Paayal Nair, a Glenside Resident (and wife of Arcadia's President Ajay Nair) with a unique perspective on our downtown Glenside community, and talked about her ideal day downtown.

It is so important to support local businesses. I really enjoy walking around the neighborhood. I do it almost daily. Typically we will go to Robert's Block or TreVi and then catch a theater production or sporting event at Arcadia. I enjoy Crate and Press, Elevate Beauty Room, and Glenside Nails. I would like to give a special shout-out to Johnny Cool's Barber Shop; my son gets his haircut when he is home from school. 

Meet A DGF Board Member
 

Our Board Member Feature is Deb Campbell of DC Interiors.  She has been active with Downtown Glenside Foundation since she opened the shop in 2014.  Initially Deb served as the secretary, filling out the township paperwork for events, writing the newsletters, communicating with other businesses, setting up methods of communication, taking notes at meetings and picking up loose ends that we need for events. Additionally, she is the co-chair of the Cheltenham Economic Development Task Force, (EDTF) which is a citizen-based committee that works to help retain businesses in our area. As the EDTF member representative to the board in Downtown Glenside, she helps to coordinate information to the township and vice versa.   Deb says,

“I believe that supporting and working in the community is something we all need to participate in to make our hometowns thrive.”

The design community is also a huge part of her career, and she has been on the board of the American Society of Interior Designers, Pa East chapter for the last four years. She served as Director at Large for two years, then President-Elect, and just completed her year as President. PA East ASID is a community of nearly 500 designers and industry partners in Eastern PA, Delaware, and Southern NJ. Her business, DC Interiors, specializes in residential and small commercial interiors with an emphasis on custom window treatments. Homeowners who work with DC Interiors generally want to renovate an area of their home, like the bathroom or kitchen, or update a room.    
 

      

“It’s my belief that your home and office should reflect your space and style and should make you feel good.  I work with people to find their style and the products that reflect their style.   From the custom window treatments to the perfect chair,  area rug, new chandelier, the possibilities are endless.”  

Have great ideas for your home and need to talk about it with a professional?  Call and schedule a consultation!  DC Interiors phone number is 215-962-5245.

Are you interested in volunteering for DGF? The Foundation is always looking for new volunteers and to recruit members who bring diverse, broad thoughts and experience. It is an excellent opportunity for business or relationship building. Any volunteer inquiries may be made via the website, Facebook DM, or email us at contact@downtownglenside.com

Food Truck Festival Wrap Up