Meet the Authors…CJ and Chafik Waddy, local creators of U Noo Tito, Boy Hero, says No to Strangers will share their story at the Frankford Branch of the Free Library, 4634 Frankford Avenue on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 4:00 pm. The father-son author-illustrator team from the Frankford section of the city will appear in costumed character, and children and their grown-ups are invited to participate in a read-aloud session. The event is free and open to the public. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and autographing. Call 215-685-1473 for more information.
Cesar Viveros and Netanel Portier were at the Historical Society of Frankford on Sunday, the 29th, for the last group of video interviews of Frankford residents. They have now completed over forty sit down interviews with people from every area of Frankford expressing their feelings, hopes, dreams, memories, aspirations and desires of and for Frankford. They have done a fantastic job in reaching out to as many people as they could because they want our input into this project.
Cesar Viveros interviews Sophia Lewis
The interviews are source material for the artistic vision of Cesar as he begins to compile what will make up the eight murals that will line the Frankford Avenue corridor. The interviews will be edited and produced into a single video which will debut at the Historical Society on a date to be announced. The videos will also become available on a YouTube page about the same time.
We’ll be following along with the project as it moves into the actual production of the murals and hope to document the process as it moves along. Coincidentally the murals should be finished by the time we celebrate the 90 anniversary of the opening of the Frankford El this November.
Where – Historical Society of Frankford, 1507 Orthodox Street (map)
Description – This is the last opportunity to talk to the artist, Cesar Viveros before the project begins taking shape. This is your chance to have a say about the Mural Arts project in Frankford.
Frankford Civic Association Meeting
When – Thu, February 2, 7pm – 8pm
Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
When – Sun, February 5, 12pm – 5pm
Where – 4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Major Octavius V Catto (of the PA National Guard) Highest ranking black officer in the army when murdered. by Andy Waskie
Frankford Business and Professional Association Meeting
When – Tue, February 21, 8:30am – 10:00am
Where – Aria Health, 2nd floor conference room (map)
Northwood Civic Association Meeting
When – Tue, February 21, 7pm – 8pm
Where – St. James Lutheran Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. (map)
Northeast Philadelphia EPIC Stakeholders Group
When – Thu, February 23, 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.
The annual public board meeting of the Frankford Community Development Corporation was held at Aria Health on January 19th. The meeting provides and opportunity for residents to come out to talk with the CDC about past accomplishments and future plans.
The board is presently made up of: Marie DeLany (President), Dan Lodise (Vice President), Patricia Miller (SEPTA), Terence McSherry (NET), Michael O’Brien (resident), Mike Galdi (Century 21 Realty), Herb Frayer (S&A Cleaners), Santo Caruso (Aria Health), Faye Allen (SPIN) and Fernando Torres (Mark My Flesh). In addition Tracy O’Drain is the Managing Director. Michell Feldman is Corridor Manager and Special Events Coordinator. Lisa DeMore is the Bookkeeper.
Some highlights:
Significant progress in social media and marketing – The CDC has a revamped and useful web site and is a prominent Frankford resource on Facebook.
Has recruited new business (A Cupcake Wonderland and Philly Love Bar to the Globe) to Frankford and assisted existing businesses (Avenue Shoes, Denbys, Gilberts, Just Good Scents, Quickie Mart, Simply Flawless).
Raised the profile of Frankford with some significant special events like the Second Saturday festivals.
Began work on the 4600 block of Frankford Avenue project. Impact Services under an existing contract with the city will begin work this year on those improvements.
New computer lab via PhillyRising came this month.
Dan Lodise announced at the end of the meeting that he will be stepping down as Vice President. The board has room for several more members and I believe we need more residents on the board. There were two exceptional people at the meeting who were interested in possibly joining. I hope they do. Both are business women in Frankford. Just the people we need.
Tracy and Michelle did a great Power Point presentation at the meeting that I recorded for my notes but it is so detailed I am including it below for your information if you care to see some of the details.
It works best in full screen and pause it at each slide if you need time to read them.
Where – Aria Hospital’s Frankford Campus (4900 Frankford Avenue) in the 2nd floor meeting room. Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
Description – Joseph Douglas from Impact Services will be giving a short presentation on their community employment and training programs as well as their Re-Entry services for ex-offenders. Erica Smith from Philadelphia Parks and Recreation will have information on their new Yard Tree Initiative and how residents can sign up to receive a FREE yard tree. Dwight Leevy, our DHS Liason will have information on the 2012 SCOP grants and application process. We will also discuss our upcoming meetings and initiatives leading into the Spring.
Imagining Frankford
When – Sun, January 29, 2pm – 4pm
Where – Historical Society of Frankford, 1507 Orthodox Street (map)
Description – This is the last opportunity to talk to the artist, Cesar Viveros before the project begins taking shape. This is your chance to have a say about the Mural Arts project in Frankford.
Frankford Civic Association Meeting
When – Thu, February 2, 7pm – 8pm
Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
When – Sun, February 5, 12pm – 5pm
Where – 4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
Branch of the Free Library, 4634 Frankford Avenue on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 4:00 pm. The father-son author-illustrator team from the Frankford section of the city will appear in costumed character, and children and their grown-ups are invited to participate in a read-aloud session. The event is free and open to the public. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and autographing. Call 215-685-1473 for more information.
