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Pope Up in Frankford

Is the Pope really coming to Frankford? Well not as far as I know but he does sometimes pull off a surprise visit.  pope up

The Pope Up is coming to the Globe Dye Works, 4500 Worth Street,  though all during September.  The show is by the Philadelphia Sculptors and they always have a unique view on any topic they touch.

 Just in time for the Pope’s visit, and part of this year’s Fringe Festival, Philadelphia Sculptors will present “Pope Up,” an exhibition of 2D and 3D works centered around all things “Popish.” From the traditional to the offbeat and humorous, the show will present contemporary artists’ approaches to religion and its meanings and interpretations. Located at Globe Dye Works at 4500 Worth St. in Philadelphia, the exhibition is free and will be open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays, September 5 and 6, 12 and 13, 19 and 20, and 26 and 27. Hours are noon – 5:00 pm. Public reception Sunday, September 20, noon – 5:00 pm.

The inspiration of Globe Dye Works’ partner Charlie Abdo, and juried by Independent Public Art Consultant Marsha Moss and Graphic Designer Mark Gallini, “Pope Up” draws in artists of all backgrounds and viewpoints. Handling religion isn’t for the faint of heart and the “Pope Up” artists spare no brushstroke, chisel, or technological device to skewer, applaud, and sometimes make us question what we believe in.

Globe Dye Works
4500 Worth St.
Philadelphia, PA

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Veteran of the Month

Good Old Army Days!

Good Old Army Days!

Albert W. Brooks was born 1938 in the Northeast of the Frankford section of Philadelphia. He received his education from the Philadelphia school system. Shortly after high school in 1952; he enlisted in the US Army-Paratroopers Division of CO-C 506 ABN INF & RE GT 101 ABN INF DIV-Fort Jackson, SC; August-September 1955.

On December 15, 1957, he challenged greater hurdles while serving in the military and earned rank as SGT Brooks with the completion of the Flame Warfare Orientation Course which he remarkably achieved prodigious merits. Later, Albert; was honorably discharged.

Albert the courageous loving husband to his wife Francis and a devoted father of two children; Veronica D. Brooks-Robinson (daughter) and Albert W. Jr. (son), he still continued in his valiant efforts and was an employee of the Desoto Chemical CO as well as a packaging company prior to his retirement years. He cherished and loved his grandchildren prior to his death in 1996.

Albert held a position and was an active member of the American Legion Post 224. He also volunteered countless amounts of volunteer hours helping the Frankford Chargers football league.

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Thefts From Vehicles Way Up in July

Secure your cars, thefts from vehicles were way up in the 15th District PSA1 for July.

It jumped up to 42 in July which is about double what it has been.  Often this is a case of the drive leaving it unlocked for the criminal to help himself.  Other times if you leave something in view that is too tempting for the low life to resist they will just break your window and help themselves.  Click on the image below for a full size view.

crime summary july 2015-1

 

There was a criminal homicide and two negligent homicides in July.  I’m not sure exactly what negligent homicide is so I’ll ask at the next PSA meeting which is on August 27th at Aria Hospital at 7 PM.

You can read the entire crime report to see where the crime is happening at this link.

 

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National Immunization Awareness Month

August marks National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) helping to spread the word about vaccines that can save lives and prevent illnesses. To note, among children born between 1994 and 2013, the Centers for Disease Control reported that an estimated 322 million cases of childhood illnesses will be prevented due to vaccination.

In honor of National Immunization Awareness Month, Leonard M. Malamud, DO, director of the Division of Family Practice at Aria Health, has provided the following tips and facts to help parents make immunization decisions for themselves and their families:

  • Vaccines can prevent the spread of illness and disease

Vaccines can ensure healthy lives, as they can protect you and your children against harmful diseases. In fact, due to vaccines, polio has essentially been eradicated in the United States since 1979, and measles and mumps have been largely eliminated. In addition to avoiding serious diseases and illnesses, getting annual vaccinations such as the flu shot can help you and your loved ones stay healthy throughout the year.

  • Some vaccines have age restrictions

Although you may be encouraged to get vaccinated, certain immunizations can’t be fully administered to children until they reach a certain age. If you are around young children, it is important to know the immunizations you have and haven’t received, as you could pass serious illnesses along to these children. For example, babies don’t receive all of their pertussis (or whooping cough) immunization shots until they are 18 months. Receiving the Tdap shot, a combination vaccine that immunizes against tetanus and diphtheria, will help prevent the spread of this deadly illness to babies. Pregnant women can also get vaccinated to pass the protection along to their babies for their first months of life.

  • Ask questions

Not all immunizations are mandatory. Some vaccinations are elective, such as the HPV shot and the shingles vaccine. However, if you are wary of deciding for or against a specific immunization for you or your children, be sure to ask your doctor or pediatrician their reasons for recommending a particular vaccine.