The Frankford CDC’s last Second Saturday arts festival of the season is coming up THIS Saturday, October 8th! Join us from 12:00n to 3:00p at 4671 Paul Street, the lot right next to Yum Yums (which is right on Frankford Ave). We’ll have performances, art, and even Zumba lessons – and the weather is supposed to be beautiful! Come enjoy the start of fall with us! If you have any questions, contact Michelle Feldman at 215-743-6580 or mfeldman.fcdc@gmail.com.

Just a friendly reminder from the Frankford CDC that we will be hosting a presentation on the City’s proposed changes to the Zoning Code this coming Thursday, September 15th, at 6:30p at Frankford ARIA Hospital (4900 Frankford Avenue). City officials will also be discussing the Mayor’s 2035 Comprehensive Plan. We hope you can make it to this important meeting! Contact our offices at 215-743-6580 with any questions.

• Christmas Bazaar
  When – Sat, December 5, 12pm – 4pm

  Where – Second Baptist Church of Frankford, 1801 Meadow St, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
• Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
  When – Sun, December 6, 12pm – 5pm

  Where – 4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Civil War Era Music from the Front at Christmas Time Gleim’s Band 198th P.V
• DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR? St. Joachim’s Christmas Event
  When – Sun, December 6, 3:00pm – 4:30pm

  Where – St. Joachims, 1507 Church St. Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – St. Joachim’s is presenting the biggest Christmas event ever! It will be held in the Church on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 3:00 PM. Join us for an afternoon of music, fun, drama and prayer. Free admission. 3 pm to 4:30 pm with refreshments following. Invite your friends and neighbors!
• Community Meeting on the SEPTA Margaret-Orthodox Station Rehabilitation Project
  When – Tue, December 8, 5:30pm – 7:30pm

  Where – Frankford Group Ministries, 4620 Griscom Street Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – Get details about what’s happening to update the station We invite you to attend the meeting to get: * an overview and progress update about the project; * details about improvements; * possible impacts to businesses, residents, and riders; * an opportunity to have your questions answered firsthand. Tuesday, December 8 Frankford Group Ministries 4620 Griscom Street Philadelphia, PA 19124 5:30 pm Registration & Refreshments 6:00 Meeting Begins 7:30 Meeting Ends We look forward to seeing you. For more information contact Patricia Miller, Constituent Relations Coordinator, at 215-580-3609.
• Historical Society of Frankford program
  When – Tue, December 8, 7:30pm – 9:00pm

  Where – 1507 Orthodox St., Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – MUSEUM and MEMBERS SHARE HOLIDAY TREASURES — Historical Society of Frankford Volunteers and Members. HSF’s Museum and Library has items in its collection that were likely holiday gifts or accessories for past Frankford families. You may have an item that your family has used or a special holiday gift that has been enjoyed over the years. Bring them to share with our members and volunteers as you get an insider’s view of some of HSF’s special items. Educational holiday crafts for the children will be offered, so bring your young people to this festive meeting. And feel free to bring a dessert as we gather to enjoy our traditional holiday sweets buffet.
• Zoning Board Hearing on 1522-24 Church Street
  When – Wed, December 9, 4pm – 5pm

  Where – 1515 ARCH STREET 18TH FLOOR (map)
• Philadelphia Energy Coordinating Agency co-host Weatherization Workshops
  When – Wed, December 9, 6pm – 8pm

  Where – Sankofa Charter School, 4256 Paul St. Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – Rep. Payton and the Philadelphia Energy Coordinating Agency co-host Weatherization Workshops These free workshops are open to the public and will teach people how to save money through energy conservation. Trainers will present on how to install self-help energy saving material and provide these materials free of charge to qualifying attendees. Information will also be available on rebates, tax credits, and new energy programs. Referrals will also be provided to existing energy conservation and assistance programs. Sankofa Charter School 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9 4256 Paul St. Philadelphia For more information, call 215-288-2001 http://www.pahouse.com/Payton/CommunityCalendar.asp
• Frankford Garden Club trip to Longwood Gardens
  When – Sat, December 12, 3pm – 9pm

  Where – Bus departs Griscom and Orthodox Streets (map)

  Description – Trip to Longwood Gardens on Saturday December 12- $5 for Garden Club members, $12 for adult guests, $6 for children guests! The Bus will leave from Griscom and Orthodox Streets at 3:00 pm, arriving at Longwood around 4pm – we will return by 9pm
• Frankford Garden Club Holiday Party
  When – Tue, December 15, 6:00pm – 8:30pm

  Where – Wissinoming Park (map)

  Description – For Garden club members and their invited guests.
• Northwood Civic Association Meeting
  When – Tue, December 15, 7pm – 8pm

  Where – St. James Lutheran Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. (map)
• Italian Style Family Dinner
  When – Wed, December 16, 4:30pm – 8:00pm

  Where – St. Joachim’s Church, 1527 Church Street, Phila., PA 19124 (map)

  Description – MARK YOUR CALENDAR Every Third Wednesday from September thru May Italian Style Family Dinner The Dinners will be served from 4:30 PM to 8 PM in Fitzmaurice Hall Take-out will be available. COST: $8.00 for Adults, $4.00 for Children. Come Join us!
• Free Pictures with Santa
  When – Sat, December 19, 9am – 12pm

  Where – Dream Girls, 4601 Frankford Avenue, 2nd floor. (map)

• Movie “Passion of the Christ”
  When-Fri, April 10, 7:00pm – 9:30pm

  Where-Calvary Chapel King’s Highway, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at 4442 Frankford Ave. 2nd floor (map)

  Description-“Passion of the Christ” will be shown this Friday, April 10th at 7:00p.m. at the Calvary Chapel King’s Highway. (they are non-denominational) They are located in the St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at 4442 Frankford Ave. 2nd floor, rear. (film is not for small children)
• Historical Society of Frankford program
  When-Tue, April 14, 7:30pm – 9:00pm

  Where-1507 Orthodox St., Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description-John Wanamaker: The Paper Trail of a Merchant Prince, presented by Bruce M. Conner. Mr. Conner will discuss the ephemera which exists from John Wanamaker’s lifetime (1838 – 1922) which includes letters, trade cards, postcards, newspapers, and catalogs. They combine to form an expansive record of his marketing principles and strategies and provide insight into the evolution of a “Merchant Prince”. Members free, non-members $5.
• Spring Into Your Park day at Overington Park
  When-Sat, April 18, 10am – 1pm

  Where-Overington Park (map)

  Description-There will be a Spring Into Your Park day at Overington Park on Sat. April 18th, from 10 till 1, rain or shine. We will be putting in new beds, cleaning up old ones, mulching, and general clean up. We are told that our council woman will provide snacks and water, we are hoping to have tee shirts for those who help out with the clean up. Tools and gloves will be provided. If you enjoy the park we need your help to spruce it up and ready it for the spring! Hope to see a crowd there, come out and meet your neighbors and have some fun.