Get the details from the Northeast Times at this link.
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Coming Up in Frankford
- Overington House Bake Sale
When-Sat, June 20, 8am – 3pmWhere-Overington House – 1528 Overington St, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)Description-Bake sale
- Super multi family multi block yard sale
When-Sat, June 20, 8am – 3pmWhere-4600 block od Griscom St Arrott to Orthodox and 1500 block Overington St. (map)Description-Super multi family multi block yard sales spots available! Fee: free for residents of block or $5.00 donation requested to benefit Overington House Inc. for non resident spaces first come first serve. Special features: 50-50 raffle, FCDC Festival at Overington Park going on at Lieper and Orthodox on this date, hack sack demonstration, face painting, close to El, Arrott St terminal, voter registration table, business card exchange table, free item table and more things will be added by then. Items for sale include new and used items, clothing, shoes, appliances, plants, used furniture, toys, books and other variety of items. Any other blocks interested in joining in feel free!
- Frankford Festival
When-Sat, June 20, 11am – 4pmWhere-Overington Park, Leiper St. and Orthodox St. (map)Description-Moonbounce, Dunk Tank (Featuring Representative Tony J. Payton, District 179 as the target) Petting zoo Rock Climbing Wall (Army National Guard) Face painting contest (St. James Church) T-shirt stamping and painting contest Northeast Philly Idol contest Gardening Demonstration (Frankford Garden Club) Gardening Hands-on activity Flea Market – Friends of Overington Park
- Gambrel’s Wet & Wild Summer Splash Off
When-Fri, June 26, 12pm – 4pmWhere-Gambrel Recreation Center, 1900 Wakeling St. Phila. PA 19124 (map)Description-Office of Councilwoman Maria D. Quinones Sanchez & Gambrel’s Advisory Council invites you to Gambrel’s Wet & Wild Summer Splash Off Councilwoman Sanchez and other community residents celebrate the Grand Opening of Gambrel’s brand new Playground and Spray Park! Food, Fun and Games for Everyone! See what activities and programs your recreation center has in your community. Highlights – ribon cutting of Playground & Spray Park – Face painting – Potato Sack Race For more information call Jason Dawkins at
267-992-0729
- Word of Faith Christian Center Annual Fair
When-Sat, June 27, 12pm – 3pmWhere-Word of Faith Christian Center, 4355 Paul St. Phila. 19124 (map)Description-Word of Faith Christian Center, will hold their annual fair on Saturday June 27th from noon to 3:00 PM at the church at 4355 Paul St. Phila. 19124 Basketball tournament, children’s play/skit, face painting, dunk tank,(State Rep. Tony Payton, or a representative), will be inside, moon bounce for younger children, aerobics instruction, Health& wellness tips presented by physicians from a local hospital for children, and adults, children’s dental information. “Jewels” the clown will entertain, as well as a local drill team, and a Latin musical group. Gospel rap will be performed by our very own “100 FOLD” group.Gently used clothing for all will be given away. Food will include hot dogs, pretzels, water ice, bottled water. The event is totally free of charge. All are welcome.
- Frankford Civic Association Meeting
When-Thu, July 2, 7pm – 8pmWhere-Frankford Hospital – 2nd floor conference room (map)
The Northeast Philly Idol Competition
The Frankford Community Development Corporation (FCDC) is hosting The Northeast Philly Idol Competition for all individuals ages 12-21 during 2009. Auditions will take place May 12 & 13 at the Frankford Boys & Girls Club 1709 Kinsey Street. Applications must be received no later than May 1. The Idol Winner will receive a $500 cash prize. All finalists will receive a small cash prize and t-shirt. The competition will take place Saturday, June 20 in Overington Park at the 10th Annual Frankford Festival.
Contact FCDC for more information or for an application click here.
Frankford Community Development Corporation
4900 Griscom Street
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Phone: (215) 743-6580
Fax: (215) 743-6582
frankfordcdc.com
mainstreetcoordinator@yahoo.com
There is also a t-shirt decorating contest for children 12 & under. Cash prize will be awarded and design will be printed on all t-shirts given out at the festival.
Phillies Phever Decorating Contest
Frankford Main Street, a division of the Frankford Community Development Corporation, is hosting a Phillies Phever Decorating Contest for all Main Street Businesses (4200-5200 blocks of Frankford Avenue) and all members of the Frankford Business and Professional Association. The contest is in celebration of the 2008 World Series Champions Home Opener on April 5, 2009 and all window displays must be completed by then. The business with the display that best demonstrates pride in the Philadelphia Phillies will receive a free full-size newspaper advertisement, and free Internet newspaper article as well as other promotional opportunities.
Frankford Main Street uses a five point approach to revitalize the commercial corridor which is defined as the 4200-5200 blocks of Frankford Avenue.The five point approach consists of: sustainable organization, physical improvements, community marketing, safe, clean and green, and economic restructuring. Frankford Main Street also offers Façade Improvement Grants to businesses within this district looking to revitalize their storefront.
Frankford CDC Board Meeting
The Frankford CDC held a public board of directors meeting Tuesday night at Frankford High School. Visitors attending the meeting were met at the door by the members of the Frankford High Junior ROTC and directed to the 2nd floor library.
The CDC is emerging from a period of rebuilding from financial setbacks that threatened its existence. At this point the financial issues are being dealt with and the board is looking toward a brighter future.
You can find much more information on their website than I can pass on here. I met with Tracy O’Drain Monday morning to talk about the CDC and where it stands today. We chatted for about 90 minutes on the second floor of that building at 4900 Griscom Street. She has a great view up there. Tracy has her hands in a lot of different pots but is primarily responsible for business development. You can expect to here more news from the CDC on a more regular basis.
New to add to your calendar is the date for the Frankford Festival which will be June 20th. The location is now moving back to Overington Park. More news will be forthcoming but think talent contest.
