The Nerve began their musical explosion in 2006. They are a unique blend of melodic rock with twists of funk and progressive prowess. Led by prolific and award winning guitarist and singer, Scot Silver, The Nerve have released 2 cds, been featured in 2 compilations, been interviewed and placed in regular rotation on local radio and performed countless concerts to adoring fans. Scot is joined by the sultry voiced and personable Christine Dragon on vocals and percussion, Eric Schreiber on bass, Dave Coccio on drums and Jim Briggs on guitar.
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Public Transportation
If you can get to the Route 109 bus or the regional rail R3 line, we are withing a half mile of the R3 Morton station. Here are some links.
Public Transportation
Bus Schedules
Regional Rail
Cancellation Policy
If an event is canceled, primarily because of weather (like snow), we will notify those who have signed up. Your donation for that event will be transferred to when the event is rescheduled or to another event of your choice.
Please call Jim at 610-328-3824 or 610-246-8939 (cell) with questions.
We are not a service provider
Please note that since New Avenue Foundation is NOT an approved service provider, all attendees whether self-advocate, staff, guardian or family member must read the Waiver Form and agree to accept the rules.
Please help support our mission!
All donations to the Foundation are tax deductible.
Donations may be made by check to:
New Avenue Foundation
953 Rocklynn Road
Springfield, PA 19064
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Volunteer to Help Us
We are looking for volunteers to help staff our events. If you are interested, please Contact Us.
Our Generous Supporters and Sponsors
The Presbytery of Philadelphia for their initial $9,000 grant in 2015 to help build the coffeehouse ministry. And their follow-on $5000 grant in 2016 and their follow-on $4000 grant for 2017.
Kelly Music For Life for their continued support of our mission by their donations of $1000.
iRadioPhilly for their support. "23 great new radio stations. All FREE. Listen on your computer or phone at iRadioPhilly.com."
Our photographer, Sean Capuano Photography for helping us document and tell our story in pictures.
Our candy provider, Bevan's Candy for their candies that we give to our musicians as gifts.
And, of course, all of our marvelous musicians.