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.

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.

When – Tue, September 21, 7pm – 8pm

Where – St. James Lutheran Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. (map)

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.

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

When – Fri, October 1, 11:30am – 12:00pm

Where – outside of Holiday Thriftway (5147 Frankford Avenue) (map)

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

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.

When – Thu, October 7, 7pm – 8pm

Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

When – Sun, August 1, 12pm – 5pm

Where4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Wicked Women of Winchester Jerry Holsworth

When – Mon, August 2, 8:30am – 9:30am

Where – St. Mark’s Church, 4442 Frankford Ave, Griscom Street entrance. (map)

Description – Open to the public

When – Thu, August 5, 6pm – 8pm

Where – Corner of Oxford Ave. and Foulkrod St. (map)

Description – Gather together with your friends and neighbors to maintain and improve this garden spot in Frankford.

When – Thu, August 5, 7pm – 8pm

Where2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

When – Tue, August 10, 7pm – 8pm

Where – Aria Health – 2nd floor conference room – 4900 Frankford Avenue (map)

When – Thu, August 26, 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.

When – Thu, July 8, 7pm – 8pm

Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

When – Thu, July 22, 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.

When – Sun, August 1, 12pm – 5pm

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

Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Wicked Women of Winchester Jerry Holsworth

When – Mon, August 2, 8:30am – 9:30am

Where – St. Mark’s Church, 4442 Frankford Ave, Griscom Street entrance. (map)

Description – Open to the public

When – Sat, June 26, 1:30pm to 2:30pm – 2pm

Where – 4600 block of Frankford Avenue Business District (map)

Description4500, 4600, 4700 block on Saturday the 26th from about 12 noon

When – Mon, June 28, 6pm – 7pm

Where – 4621 Castor Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

Description – Northwood Academy Charter School proposes to construct a new building on the grounds of the school. There will be a public information meeting on Monday, June 28, 2010, 6:00 PM. Enter through the double red doors on the Adams Avenue side of the building. Please attend – and bring your neighbors!

When – Thu, July 8, 7pm – 8pm

Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

When – Thu, July 22, 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.

When – Sat, June 19, 10am – 1pm

Where – 4600 block of Paul Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

Description – Come join us for a day of fun, free food, activities and prizes. Sponsored by the Northeast Epic Stakeholders Group, Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez and State Representative Tony Payton.

When – Tue, June 22, 6pm – 8pm

Where – Sankofa Freedom Academy, 4256 Paul St., Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

Description – Town Hall Meeting on drug rehabilitation facilities and housing for recovering addicts. Drug rehabilitation and recovery have been of particular concern to Frankford residents, who have complained to city officials, including councilwoman Sanchez, about the large number of these facilities in Frankford.

When – Thu, June 24, 12pm – 2pm

Where – Agape Restaurant, 4524-26 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

Description – The Frankford Business and Professional Association is hosting a Business Card Exchange for all local businesses, and organizations. Opportunity to network with other entrepreneurs and promote your business. Please join us for the Annual Business Card Exchange. This is a great opportunity to come meet other local merchants, share ideas, network, and promote your business. You can also learn about the other programs FBPA is working on such as commercial corridor block captions, UnLitter Us in Frankford, Frankford Avenue promotions and much more. Lunch will be served, please RSVP so we know how many to expect.

When – Thu, June 24, 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.

When – Sat, June 26, 9am – 12pm

Where – Frankford Avenue Business District (map)

Description – Details to be announced

When – Thu, July 8, 7pm – 8pm

Where2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)