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Frankford Community Garden Clean Up

From Gabriel Wang-Herrera
Just wanted to remind you (please pass it on) that our Monthly Frankford Community Garden Clean up night is tomorrow (Thursday) from 6 pm to about 8 pm or so.  If you’re planning to attend please put on some bug spray, get some gloves and bring along your deweeding equipment.  I’ll have gloves and equipment and bags as well!
Also note that from now on we’ll be having our Monthly clean up the second Thursday of the month so as not to conflict with the Frankford Civic Association meeting.  Ironically I think the FCA moved their meeting time to tomorrow because of Labor Day – anyway, can’t please everyone everytime!! LOL!
Blessings,

Gabe

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Frankford Civil War Memorial

As we approach the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, we should be hearing more about the pivotal part Frankford played in that era.  The Civil War Memorial at Cedar Hill Cemetery is one important monument that is going to get some attention.  The program this month at the Historical Society of Frankford is aimed at bringing some attention and hopefully helping hands to preserve this treasure.

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.
I took a walk through today to get a first hand look.  I’ve never been in that part of Cedar Hill.  Looking down on Frankford, you can imagine what it was like back in the 19th century.  Here are some pictures that show the present state of the memorial.
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Coming Up in Frankford

  • Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House
    When – Sun, September 5, 12pm – 5pm
    Where – 4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Celtic Music of the Civil War Andy Redmond – 79th New York ‘Cameron Highlanders’
  • Friends of Overington Park
    When – Tue, September 7, 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 Business and Professional Association Meeting
    When – Wed, September 8, 12:00pm – 1:30pm
    Where – Aria Health 2nd Floor Conference Room – (4900 Frankford Avenue) (map)
    Description – The Frankford Business and Professional Association will be holding a general membership meeting Wednesday, September 8 at 12:00pm at Frankford Hospital conference rooms 1 & 2 (4900 Frankford Avenue). At this meeting the Deputy Commissioner for the Department of Streets will be there to speak about Frankford and our efforts to become a Litter Free Zone. We will also be discussing many of the exciting upcoming events we have planned. Lunch will be provided so please RSVP as soon as possible. Theresa Hanas, FBPA Secretary
  • Frankford Community Garden Maintenance Meetup
    When – Thu, September 9, 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.
  • Frankford Civic Association Meeting
    When – Thu, September 9, 7pm – 8pm
    Where – 2nd floor conference room, Aria Health, 4900 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
  • 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)
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Sign-ups for the Deni Intramural 3v3 Basketball League

Deni’s 2010 sign-ups for the Intramural 3v3 Basketball League is here!
THE 3v3  BASKETBALL SIGN-UPS WILL BE Tuesday, September 7, 2010, Wednesday, September 8, 2010 and Thursday, September 9, 2010  from 6-7pm at the Deni Playground Basketball Courts (1381 RUAN ST). The registration fee is $20.
The Deni 3v3 Basketball League is coed for ages 10-13 and is played on Saturday mornings on the Deni Basketball Courts.
To review the Deni 3v3 Basketball Rules check the Deni Playground website.
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Coming Up in Frankford

  • Back to School Supplies Drive
    When – Thu, September 2, 5pm – 8pm
    Where – Boys and Girls Club – 1709 Kinsey Street, Phila. PA 19124 (map)
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  • Frankford Civic Association Meeting
    When – Thu, September 9, 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, September 5, 12pm – 5pm
    Where – 4278 Griscom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)
    Description – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Celtic Music of the Civil War Andy Redmond – 79th New York ‘Cameron Highlanders’
  • Friends of Overington Park
    When – Tue, September 7, 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 Community Garden Maintenance Meetup
    When – Thu, September 9, 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.
  • 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)