Description – This event provides an opportunity for our parents to meet local legislators. We already have a confirmation from Rep. Tony Payton and are waiting confirmation from other officials for the area. This event will also feature a photo exhibit by our older children themed “What would you do to change your community?”, the children will present this to the legislators in attendance.
26th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast Celebration
When – Mon, January 16, 9am – 11am
Where – Sankofa Freedom Academy, 4256 Paul Street (map)
Description – The Breakfast Celebration is a Youth event focused around Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the goals and aspirations of the Civil Rights movements with included equitable work, pay, peaceable assembly and desegregation. The Frankford Coalition of Neighbors is a non-profit organization working to improve relations among the diverse economic, racial and ethnic groups in Frankford, while promoting volunteerism and community coalition building. For Information or to Volunteer CONTACT: Jennifer Powell-Folks at (215) 744-9170
Northwood Civic Association Meeting
When – Tue, January 17, 7pm – 8pm
Where – St. James Lutheran Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. (map)
PSA Area 1 Meeting
When – Wed, January 18, 7pm – 8pm
Where – 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA (map)
Description – Location: Frankford Hospital – 2nd Floor Agenda: PSA 1 Progress, Concerns and Action Plan
Frankford Community Development Corporation Public Meeting
Description – Frankford CDC staff and board will discuss 2011 accomplishments and plans for 2012.
Northeast Philadelphia EPIC Stakeholders Group
When – Thu, January 26, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Where – Aria Hospital’s Frankford Campus (4900 Frankford Avenue) in the 2nd floor meeting room. Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
Description – The ultimate goal is to create a process that enhances the community’s ability to solve issues surrounding truancy, domestic violence, child safety and substance abuse.
Frankford Civic Association Meeting
When – Thu, February 2, 7pm – 8pm
Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)