Category: Meetings and Events

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Talking Trash

UnLitter US, the movement for a litter free Philadelphia, kicked off in Frankford, Monday morning at 8:30 AM with Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez addressing a small crowd at the Frankford Transportation Center.  As is often the case, I was a late arrival and only caught the last minute of her talk.  Marie Delaney, President of the Frankford CDC and Tracey O’Drain, managing director were also on hand.

Now for the editorial rant.   Some people will look at this effort and think “This ain’t going to make a difference”.  Well I beg to disagree.  Yes, it can make a difference.  Harken back to 1979 when SEPTA hired David Gunn to be their the new General Manager.  The first thing he saw was the deplorable state of the system which was covered with graffiti.  I remember it well.  There were some El cars with windows through which you could not see the light of day.  He said that could not go on because it made people afraid to ride the El and subway.  He said it had to be eliminated and it was.

Now why was that problem allowed to go on in the first place?  Because people said “you can’t eliminate graffiti”.  If you think you can’t do it, well of course you can’t.  If you decide to solve the problem, at least you have a chance.  You might fall short but you will be farther down the field than if you never had tried in the first place.

Cleaning crews have been in Frankford working since September 7th.  I’ve seen them up on Oxford Avenue.  They will continue until the 29th.  A community cleanup is scheduled for October 2nd.  There will be a big rally and fair on October 1st in front of the Thriftway at Frankford and Pratt from 11:30 to 2:30 PM.

We’ll pass along updates as they become available.

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New Links

We have added a couple of new links to the Blogroll over there on the left side of the page.  The news of the new building for Frankford Friends is being blogged at their own site.  You can keep up with the developments as they happen.  Click on Frankford Friends new building or follow this link to get a look.

Also Thanks to Tim Wisniewski, we got notice of the PSA1 meeting held last night.  I haven’t been doing my job of monitoring the 15th district web site where they have the schedule of community meetings or I would have posted it earlier.  So click on PPD 15th district or follow this link to get the most current information on any and all public meetings.

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Coming Up in Frankford

  • Historical Society of Frankford program
    When – Tue, September 14, 7:30pm – 9:00pm
    Where – 1507 Orthodox St., Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – FRANKFORD CIVIL WAR MEMORIAL In preparation for the 150th anniversary of the Civil War (2011-2015) research has begun on the CW veterans interred in Frankford’s Cedar Hill Cemetery. Learn of the all-volunteer effort to install individual gravestones involving the Sons of Union Veterans, CW re-enactors, Masons, SW Roundtable members, and others – and how you can be a part of this effort to preserve the history of Frankford and the nation.
  • Sidewalk art contest for kids and pet event
    When – Sat, September 18, 10am – 1pm
    Where – Overington Park, Leiper and Orthodox Streets (map)
    Description – We will be holding a sidewalk art contest for kids. If adults would like to show off their skills with chalk they are welcome to come. There will be prizes for the kids and refreshments for all! Thanks for your support. Also, A veterinarian and a team of volunteers will offer low-cost vaccinations and microchips to pet owners (both dogs and cats). They will also give out info about spay/neuter, pet care, leash laws, etc. They will give out vouchers for $40 spay/neuter and vaccinations for pit bulls and pit bull mixes. Also, they have leashes and collars they will give people.
  • Northwood Civic Association Meeting
    When – Tue, September 21, 7pm – 8pm
    Where – St. James Lutheran Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. (map)
  • Northeast Philadelphia EPIC Stakeholders Group
    When – Thu, September 23, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
    Where – Edmunds School, 1197 Haworth St. 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.
  • Grand Gala Unveiling of ‘Old Baldy’
    When – Sun, September 26, 12pm – 4pm
    Where – Grand Army of the Republic Civil War Museum & Library, 4278 Griscom St. Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – Grand Gala Unveiling of ‘Old Baldy’ General Meade’s Famed Warhorse Returns Home to Post #1 Ceremony at 1:30pm Refreshments & Beverages Tours & Talks Parking at St Joachim’s R.C. Church lot on Griscom St. Please R.S.V.P. to: garmuslib@verizon.net or call: 215-289-6484
  • Unlitter Us Rally and Fair
    When – Fri, October 1, 11:30am – 12:00pm
    Where – outside of Holiday Thriftway (5147 Frankford Avenue) (map)
  • Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
    When – Sun, October 3, 12pm – 5pm
    Where4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: “Civil War Spies and Guerillas” Dr Sid Copel
  • Friends of Overington Park
    When – Tue, October 5, 7pm – 8pm
    Where – CORA Neuman Center at 1000 Orthodox Street (map)
    Description – Come out and discuss our park and what we an do to make it a safe and pleasant place for everyone.
  • Frankford Civic Association Meeting
    When – Thu, October 7, 7pm – 8pm
    Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)